Driller/Exploration Team Member IV

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Lenexa, Kansas is seeking an Exploration Team Member responsible for performing subsurface exploration duties using various drilling techniques. The role requires leading a drill crew, ensuring quality standards, and conducting site reconnaissance.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a minimum of 5 years of experience, and proficiency in geotechnical drilling methods. A valid driver's license is essential, and obtaining a DOT Medical Card within 30 days is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in geotechnical environmental drilling methods.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within the first 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform subsurface exploration duties using various drilling techniques.
• Lead drill crews and ensure quality standards on projects.
• Conduct site reconnaissance and perform routine maintenance on drilling equipment.

Skills

Geotechnical drilling methods

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Geotechnical drill rig

Surveying 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. Working as part of a multiple person team on projects, ETMs will perform daily tasks including surveying and locating drilling points; conducting site reconnaissance; loading and unloading tooling, materials and samples; classifying soil and rock samples; performing routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment; and preparing internal daily field forms and external DOT Logs paperwork.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

The employee will be expected to perform the following tasks:

• 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.
• 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 the first 30 days of employment.