Geotechnical Driller

Geo-Technology Associates Inc.; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Annual bonus

Health coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Wellness plan

Professional society memberships

Mentoring & software training

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Geo-Technology Associates Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Driller to support field investigations with hands-on drilling and sturdy documentation. The role emphasizes safe, efficient job-site practices and accurate data collection for geotechnical and environmental projects.

Responsibilities include operating hollow stem auger and mud rotary methods, maintaining equipment, and complying with regulations, while contributing to team safety and project quality.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license
• Satisfactory driving record
• 4+ years of geotechnical drilling experience
• Experience with direct push Geoprobe drilling
• Experience performing well installations
• Experience documenting geotechnical borings in daily logs
• Experience with hollow stem auger or mud rotary drilling methods
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Able to work on-site
• Able to drive to job sites using a company truck
• OSHA training and experience maintaining drill rigs preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical and direct push Geoprobe explorations and well installations.
• Carry out day-to-day operation and maintenance of drill rig equipment.
• Document geotechnical borings with daily logs.
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free work area.
• Operate within state and local regulations.

Skills

Geotechnical drilling

Direct push Geoprobe

Well installations

Documentation

Job description

Geo-Technology Associates Inc. is an engineering and consulting firm providing geotechnical, construction observation and testing, environmental, and natural resources services. Our work supports projects that rely on accurate field data, dependable execution, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

As a Geotechnical Driller, you will play an important part in field operations that support geotechnical and environmental investigations. This role is well suited to someone who takes pride in hands-on work, values safe and efficient job site practices, and contributes to projects through reliable drilling execution and thorough documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical and direct push Geoprobe explorations and well installations using hollow stem auger and mud rotary methods.
• Carry out day-to-day operation and maintenance of drill rig equipment.
• Document geotechnical borings with daily logs.
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free work area.
• Operate within state and local regulations.

Successful candidates MUST have:

• Valid driver's license
• Satisfactory driving record
• 4+ years of geotechnical drilling experience
• Experience with direct push Geoprobe drilling
• Experience performing well installations
• Experience documenting geotechnical borings in daily logs
• Experience with hollow stem auger or mud rotary drilling methods
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Able to work on-site
• Able to drive to job sites using a company truck
• OSHA training and experience maintaining drill rigs preferred but not required

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

We believe in taking care of our team- professionally, personally, and everything in between. Here's what you can look forward to as part of our team:

• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to support your work-life balance
• Annual Bonus Potential - your hard work deserves to be rewarded
• Comprehensive Health Coverage - including Medical, Dental, Vision, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Peace of Mind - with Company-paid Life Insurance and both Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Invest in Your Future - through our 401(k) with Company Match
• Education Assistance Program - helping you continue to grow and learn
• Employee Assistance Program - free access to short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, and more
• Peak Health Wellness Plan - personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support
• Stay Connected & Inspired - with free memberships to professional societies
• Professional Development - Seminars, Conventions, Lunch & Learns, Mentoring, and Software Training to help you reach your goals
• Referral Bonuses - bring great people on board and get rewarded
• Recognition That Matters - we celebrate achievements big and small with our Employee Recognition Program
• Team Spirit & Fun - enjoy company picnics, events, and a welcoming, supportive work environment

We ensure nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and all revisions and addendums thereof.