Equipment Operator 3 _ (Drilling Operator)

CTL Engineering, Inc.; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

401K plan

Job summary

CTL Engineering/CTL Infrastructure in West Virginia seeks an Equipment Operator 3 (Drilling Operator) to support infrastructure projects. The role will train to become a Drilling Operator, backing up drillers and performing site sampling preparation with geotechnical drilling.

You will operate heavy equipment, inspect and maintain gear, and work under exposure to weather and potentially hazardous conditions. CDL required; no formal education needed. CTL offers competitive benefits and ESOP.

Qualifications

• Four years of full-time experience operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers and drillers.
• Valid Class A or B CDL required (no substitutions).
• Experience with concrete and sidewalk construction.
• Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operates a hydraulic crane.
• Excavate, backfill, grade, or level soil and aggregate.
• Lead or train lower-level equipment operators.
• Assist the Driller in positioning the drilling rig.
• Adds rods or augers to drill.
• Removes core samples from the core barrel.
• Assist in cleaning and maintenance of drilling rig and tools.
• Installs steel piling in pre‑drilled holes.
• Cleans the drilling site after drilling.
• Sets and detonates explosive charges for earth removal.
• Make major repairs to highways, culverts, bridges.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs in the field.
• Maintain equipment maintenance records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Drilling equipment

Safety compliance

Blueprint reading

Equipment maintenance

Team training

Job description

CTL Engineering/CTL Infrastructure has openings for Equipment Operator 3 (Drilling Operator) for infrastructure projects!

CTL Infrastructure is a division of CTL Engineering (www.ctleng.com) - an award-winning, full-service consulting engineering firm with (15) locations across OH, IN, WV, KY, NC, SC, and VA with a rich history over our (99) years in business. We provide civil/site design and land surveying, environmental, geotechnical, construction administration & inspection, accident reconstruction, roofing/building envelope, A/V system design, troubleshooting & installation, transportation design (bridge/roadway), and specialized testing services to the construction industry.

We are looking for Equipment Operators who will play a key role in all aspects of construction services on infrastructure projects, performing skilled functions such as working in the construction and maintenance of highways, municipal waterline systems, etc.

You use your experience and gain new skills to assist clients through our cross-functional team dynamic and company culture.

If you are passionate about staying ahead of industry trends, enjoy problem-solving, and have an interest in infrastructure construction, we want to hear from you!

This is more than a job posting … it's an invitation to bring your expertise to a company where innovation and passion converge seamlessly.

Highlights

• The selected applicant will train to become a Drilling Operator and act as a backup to drillers, while providing general support with geotechnical drilling to facilitate site sampling, analysis, and investigation.
• Perform a variety of tasks such as inspecting and maintaining drilling equipment and vehicles, logging and packaging samples, gathering appropriate sampling tools, etc.
• May be exposed to hazardous working conditions and inclement weather.
• ** A valid class A or class B Commercial Driver’s License is required.**

Responsibilities

• Operates a hydraulic crane.
• Utilizes heavy motorized equipment to excavate, backfill, grade, or level soil and aggregate.
• Utilizes heavy motorized equipment to grade surfaces, roll or compact soil and aggregate.
• Leads or trains lower-level equipment operators.
• Assists the Driller in positioning the drilling rig.
• Adds rods or augers to drill.
• Removes core samples from the core barrel.
• Assists in cleaning and maintenance of the drilling rig and related tools and equipment.
• Installs steel piling in pre‑drilled holes.
• Cleans the drilling site of debris after drilling is completed.
• Sets and detonates explosive charges for earth removal.
• Makes major repairs to highways, culverts, bridge structures, etc.
• Makes minor mechanical repairs in the field such as changing tires, blades, or filters.
• Responsible for maintaining equipment maintenance including but not limited to cleaning and lubricating equipment and checking fluid levels
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of safety practices used in structural steel construction.
• Knowledge of the procedures, techniques and equipment used in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and applicable safety standards and procedures in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of basic blueprint reading.
• Knowledge of general construction and maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of gasoline and diesel-powered engines and their components.
• Knowledge of the operation of motor driven equipment.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and determine appropriate procedures for repairs.
• Ability to safely operate basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to read operation manuals, blueprints, and specifications in the area of assignment.
• Ability to operate motorized equipment in the area of assignment.
• Ability to perform skilled trades work in bridge construction and maintenance.
• Ability to operate and maintain highway equipment and attachments.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of daily maintenance activities.
• Ability to climb high steel structures.
• Ability to train and work cooperatively with other skilled and semi-skilled workers.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Training/Education

• No formal education required.

Required Experience

• (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, end loaders, dump trucks, drillers, etc.
• Equipment Operator Experience Substitutions: Successful completion of an approved vocational school program may be substituted for two (2) year of the required experience in the specified area of assignment.
• Experience with concrete and sidewalk construction.
• ** A valid class A or class B Commercial Driver’s License is required.** ( no substitutions ).
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required.

Benefits

• CTL Engineering offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, an award-winning ESOP ( Employee Stock Ownership Plan ), and a 401K plan.

CTL Engineering provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.