Driller/Exploration Team Member IV

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Kenilworth Estates (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon Consultants, Inc. is seeking Exploration Team Members in Tennessee. This role involves subsurface exploration duties including various drilling techniques and on-site testing. ETMs will lead a team, perform maintenance, and ensure safety compliance.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, at least 5 years of experience in drilling, and be proficient in geotechnical and environmental methods. A valid driver's license and ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card are necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in drilling.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead a drill crew and manage all drilling operations.
• Perform site reconnaissance and utility clearance tasks.
• Inspect and maintain drilling equipment regularly.

Skills

Proficient in geotechnical and/or environmental drilling methods

Problem-solving

Leadership skills

Surveying skills

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Geotechnical drill rig

Drilling equipment

Job description

General Responsibilities

Exploration Team Members (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 cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing, and rock dilatometer testing. Work may also include the installation of instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells, and inclinometers. Work as part of a multiple person team on projects. ETMs will perform daily tasks including: 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 moderately to very complex problems with guidance from management or other senior level ETMs. Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance boreholes to all depths required in their region.
  • Lead a 2 or 3 man drill crew and support their development in all tasks associated with drilling operations.
  • Be proficient in all drilling methods common to their 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.
  • Support project preparation and pre-task planning.
  • Train junior staff in drilling methods.
  • 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 5‑years’ experience.
• Proficient in geotechnical and/or environmental drilling methods.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days of employment.
• Many states require specific driller/well installation licensure. When applicable, such licensure is required.

Preferred Certification and Skills

• Experience in
  • In‑Situ test methods
  • Instrumentation Installation
  • Barge Drilling
  • Angle Drilling
  • Environmental Drilling
• Regional Drilling Licensure
• Valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license.