Driller (Deep Foundations) - South Region

DGI Menard; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DGI Menard is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with CFA/FDP drilling experience to join our field crew in a challenging, on-site environment. The role requires strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical aptitude, plus the ability to read and follow complex instructions and coordinate with site teams.

You will operate, maintain, and repair drill rigs, ensure safe setup during mobilization, keep logs, and support field activities across project sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating drill rigs and other heavy equipment.
• FDP (Full Displacement) or CFA drilling experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety rules and regulations.
• Recognizing and correcting safety hazards.
• Operating, maintaining, repairing, and cleaning heavy equipment including Bauer, Liebherr, or similar drill rigs.
• Ensure the proper setup and assembly of the drill rigs during mobilization and demobilization.
• Preforming and documenting daily and weekly inspections(including in the manlift at heights up to 85’).
• Performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on drill rigs.
• Maintaining daily drill logs and equipment inspection forms.
• Informs Superintendent or site mechanic of malfunctioning equipment or equipment related problems.
• Recognizing any conflicts with our work and the work of others being performed on the job site.
• Supporting all field activities as required on project sites.
• Effectively directing the operation of the field personnel assigned to the drill crew.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Drilling techniques

Mechanical, hydraulic, electrical Apt

Reading & following instructions

Communication with supervisors & engen

Work in remote locations

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follows all safety rules and regulations.
• Recognizing and correcting safety hazards.
• Operating, maintaining, repairing, and cleaning heavy equipment including Bauer, Liebherr, or similar drill rigs.
• Ensure the proper setup and assembly of the drill rigs during mobilization and demobilization.
• Preforming and documenting daily and weekly inspections(including in the manlift at heights up to 85’).
• Performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on drill rigs.
• Maintaining daily drill logs and equipment inspection forms.
• Informs Superintendent or site mechanic of malfunctioning equipment or equipment related problems.
• Recognizing any conflicts with our work and the work of others being performed on the job site.
• Supporting all field activities as required on project sites.
• Effectively directing the operation of the field personnel assigned to the drill crew.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of heavy machinery operation and capabilities.
• Thorough understanding of different drilling and excavating techniques.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, & electrical aptitude and the ability to identify equipment problems.
• Ability to listen, read, understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Superintendents, Mechanics, and Engineers.
• Ability to work in challenging environments and remote locations.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years of experience operating drill rigs and other heavy equipment preferred. Full Displacement (FDP) or Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) drilling is a plus.

Certifications, Licenses, Etc:

Required: OSHA 30, Hand Signaling & Rigging, Manlift, Forklift

Desired: CPR/First Aid, NCCO for Drill Rigs, NCCO for Crawler Cranes, Manufacturer specific Drill Rig certification, Excavation/Trenching, Defensive Driver Training