Geotechnical Driller

EBA Engineering Inc.; West Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition and licensure reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

EBA Engineering, Inc. (EBA) is seeking a Geotechnical Driller to operate and maintain drilling rigs, collect soil and rock samples, and support subsurface investigations across the Mid-Atlantic region. The role involves outdoor work, travel to project sites, and collaboration with engineers and field teams.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of drilling experience, and OSHA safety awareness. CDL is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience operating geotechnical drilling equipment.
• Valid CDL or ability to obtain one.
• Experience with soil sampling, rock coring, monitoring well installation, and related drilling activities.
• OSHA safety standards knowledge and safe drilling practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain truck-, track-, and ATV-mounted drilling rigs and equipment.
• Perform soil borings, rock coring, groundwater monitoring well installations, test pits, and subsurface investigations.
• Collect, label, document, and preserve soil, rock, groundwater, and environmental samples.
• Read and interpret boring location plans, utility clearances, and project specifications.
• Maintain field logs, drilling reports, and other project documentation.

Skills

CDL (commercial driver"s license)

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Drilling equipment maintenance

Job description

Are you an experienced Geotechnical Driller looking for a rewarding opportunity with a respected engineering firm? At EBA Engineering, Inc. (EBA), we provide the opportunity to work on a wide variety of geotechnical and environmental drilling projects that support transportation, commercial, industrial, utility, and public infrastructure developments throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating specialized drilling equipment, and being part of projects that help shape communities, EBA is the place for you.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Geotechnical Driller, your responsibilities will encompass:

• Operating and maintaining truck-mounted, track-mounted, and ATV-mounted drilling rigs and associated equipment.
• Performing soil borings, rock coring, groundwater monitoring well installations, test pits, and other subsurface investigations in accordance with project requirements.
• Collecting, labeling, documenting, and preserving soil, rock, groundwater, and environmental samples for laboratory testing and analysis.
• Working closely with geotechnical engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, and field personnel to execute drilling and sampling programs.
• Reading and interpreting drilling plans, boring location layouts, utility clearances, and project specifications.
• Completing accurate field logs, drilling reports, daily activity reports, maintenance records, and other project documentation.
• Ensuring proper handling, transportation, and storage of samples and equipment.
• Conducting routine inspection, troubleshooting, lubrication, and maintenance of drilling rigs, tooling, and support equipment.
• Mobilizing and demobilizing drilling equipment to and from project sites throughout the region.
• Performing utility clearance and site safety checks before drilling operations begin.
• Maintaining compliance with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and project-specific health and safety plans.
• Communicating effectively with project managers, clients, contractors, and property owners while in the field.
• Assisting with training and mentoring of drill helpers and junior field personnel.
• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions and on construction sites with uneven terrain.
• Traveling as required to project locations throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
• Performing additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To excel in this role, candidates must possess the following qualifications and abilities:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience operating geotechnical drilling equipment and performing subsurface investigations.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or ability to obtain one within a specified timeframe.
• Experience performing soil sampling, rock coring, monitoring well installation, and related drilling activities.
• Working knowledge of drilling methods, including hollow-stem auger, mud rotary, and rock coring techniques.
• Ability to read and understand boring location plans, utility mark-outs, and project specifications.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and safe drilling practices.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience performing equipment maintenance and minor repairs.
• Must be capable of lifting up to 75 pounds; walking over rough and uneven terrain; standing for up to 12 hours a day on occasion; bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting; using hands to grasp and reach; raising hands above the head; sitting; climbing; and balancing.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, including occasional overnight assignments, as project needs require.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Safety certifications such as OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER are preferred.

BENEFITS:

We offer a range of benefits to help you thrive in your career, including a competitive salary and comprehensive compensation package; health benefits encompassing medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; participation in a wellness rewards program designed to eliminate medical deductibles; a 401(k) plan with matching contributions from the company; flexible spending accounts; company-paid coverage for short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance benefits; paid holidays and vacation time; as well as reimbursement for tuition, certifications, and licensure to facilitate your ongoing professional advancement.

WHAT WE DO:

At EBA, we appreciate that our success depends upon the experience, knowledge, and teamwork of our staff. As such, we make our commitment count for our employees by valuing you and the work you do. We are committed to supporting diversity, opening doors, trading ideas, encouraging innovation, and giving our staff what they need to perform exceptional work in an exceptional atmosphere.

EBA provides civil/site, environmental, geotechnical, structural, transportation, water resources, and water systems engineering; surveying and mapping; construction management/inspection; field and laboratory material testing; subsurface utility engineering; asset management; and geospatial technologies services to clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

EBA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check. We also conduct pre-employment drug testing. Any job offer will be based on the results of background and drug testing.