Entry-Level Drilling & Exploration Tech — Year-Round Growth

Terracon; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Employee ownership

Safety‑first culture

Job summary

Terracon is hiring an entry‑level Drilling / Exploration Technician in Omaha, NE, with regional travel. The role offers hands‑on training, safety‑focused teamwork, and clear paths to advancement within a growing geotechnical field.

No prior drilling experience is required; you will learn core skills, operate equipment, read plans, and participate in field operations across Nebraska and beyond. A DOT Medical Card must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Little to no prior experience required—we’ll train you.
• Willingness to travel for projects.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Dependable, safety‑minded, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Work year‑round (not seasonal like landscaping, snow removal, or construction).
• Learn drilling and exploration fundamentals, including: Equipment operation and maintenance (augers, bits, tooling); Soil and rock testing methods; Installation of groundwater monitoring wells; Basics of reading civil and geotechnical plans.
• Assist the Lead Operator with daily field operations
• Drive medium‑duty trucks to job sites across the region
• Follow Terracon’s Safety‑First culture: Participate in pre‑task planning; Follow all safety standards and report concerns
• Maintain quality standards on every project
• Travel regionally and occasionally nationwide with per diem provided

Skills

Willingness to travel

Outdoor work

Safety minded

Ability to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Terracon is hiring an entry‑level Drilling / Exploration Technician in Omaha, NE, with regional travel. The role offers hands‑on training, safety‑focused teamwork, and clear paths to advancement within a growing geotechnical field.

No prior drilling experience is required; you will learn core skills, operate equipment, read plans, and participate in field operations across Nebraska and beyond. A DOT Medical Card must be obtained within 30 days of hire.