Field Core Driller Lead — Travel & Mentoring Crews

Martin Marietta; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Marietta seeks an experienced Core Driller to join the Exploration Services team in Garner, North Carolina. The Core Driller will oversee diamond core drilling operations, transport and maintain equipment, and mentor Assistant Drillers in a field leadership role.

Role requires extensive field work across the United States, with rotations and a DOT-approved medical certificate. Per Diem provided for lodging and meals; Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to repair drilling equipment.
• Ability to lead crews and work independently or in teams.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work outdoors in all conditions.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence.
• Safely transport, mobilize, operate, and demobilize drilling equipment and vehicles.
• Plan and execute drilling programs to meet production and quality goals.
• Supervise Assistant Drillers and mentor on-site.
• Maintain drill logs, safety docs, and daily field reports.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

MSHA certification

Boart Longyear LF90 rigs

Job description

Martin Marietta seeks an experienced Core Driller to join the Exploration Services team in Garner, North Carolina. The Core Driller will oversee diamond core drilling operations, transport and maintain equipment, and mentor Assistant Drillers in a field leadership role.

Role requires extensive field work across the United States, with rotations and a DOT-approved medical certificate. Per Diem provided for lodging and meals; Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement is required.