Driller/Exploration Team Member III

Terracon; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking an Engineering Technician Manager (ETM) in Harrisburg, United States, responsible for subsurface exploration duties using various drilling methods. The role demands teamwork, adherence to safety protocols, and quality maintenance in projects.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in environmental and geotechnical drilling methods. A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-years of experience in relevant fields.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within the first 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform subsurface exploration duties using various drilling techniques.
• Oversee a 2 or 3 man drill crew in drilling operations.
• Follow safety rules and maintain quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Proficient in geotechnical and/or environmental drilling methods

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Drilling equipment

Geotechnical drill rig

Job description

General Responsibilities:

• ETMs will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in‑situ testing techniques. Drill methods may include auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring techniques. In‑situ testing techniques may include CPT, pressure meter testing, and rock dilatometer testing.
• Installation of instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells and inclinometers.
• Work as part of a multiple‑person team on projects.
• Daily tasks: survey and locate drilling points; conduct site reconnaissance; load/unload tooling, materials and samples; classify soil and rock samples; perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment; prepare internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT Logs) paperwork.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate an ability to problem solve and implement solutions on routine to moderately complex problems with guidance from management or other senior level ETMs.
• Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance boreholes to all depths required in the region.
• Oversee a 2 or 3 man drill crew in all tasks associated with drilling operations.
• Be proficient in multiple drilling methods common to the region.
• Install instrumentation and monitoring wells.
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance.
• Perform surveying, site reconnaissance, and utility clearance tasks.
• Drive all forms of drilling equipment to and from project locations.
• Inspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment.
• Assist in project preparation and pre‑task planning.
• 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3‑years’ experience.
• Proficient in geotechnical and/or environmental drilling methods.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Many states require specific driller/well installation licensure. Where applicable, such licensure is required.

Required Qualifications

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