Driller/Crew Chief

Terracon; Minnesota; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a safety-focused Driller/Crew Chief to join our geotechnical field crew in Minnesota. The position starts as a Driller Assistant with a clear progression to a Driller/Crew Chief after completing training.

Travel is a regular part of the job, with crews typically on site Monday through Friday and home for the weekend. A valid driver’s license and readiness to work with heavy equipment are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Limited or no experience required.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Heavy equipment experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance shallow boreholes in soil.
• Load tooling and materials; assist in drilling operations and instrumentation and monitoring well installation.
• Collect soil and rock samples and log field data.
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance; basic surveying and site reconnaissance.
• Drive a medium-duty truck and trailer; inspect and maintain drilling equipment.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects; participate in pre-task planning.
• Install instrumentation and monitoring wells.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety mindset

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Responsibilities

Are you safety-focused, experienced around heavy equipment, and looking for a hands-on career you can grow into? We’re looking for a Driller/Crew Chief who is ready to work hard, learn, and become part of an experienced field crew. Previous heavy machinery experience is strongly preferred, but we're willing to train someone who brings the right safety mindset, mechanical aptitude, and willingness to learn. This role would start as a Driller Assistant with the expectation to grow into a Driller/Crew Chief after fully trained in. A Driller II would oversee a 2-man drill crew in all tasks associated with drilling operations.

Travel is part of the job and will depend on client needs. Crews typically travel Monday through Friday and are home for the weekend.

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Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, employee ownership (ESOP), paid time off, paid holidays, wellbeing resources, and career development opportunities.

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance shallow boreholes in soil.
• The employee will be expected perform following tasks:
  • Load tooling and materials.
  • Assist in drilling operations and instrumentation and monitoring well installation.
  • Collect soil and rock samples and log field data.
  • Perform routine repairs and maintenance.
  • Perform basic surveying and site reconnaissance.
  • Drive a medium-duty truck and trailer.
  • Learn to inspect and how to maintain drilling equipment.
  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Follow all safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects.
• Work to independently inspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment.
• Install instrumentation and monitoring wells.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Limited or no experience required
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Heavy equipment experience: Previous experience operating heavy machinery or equipment is strongly preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days of employment.