Geotechnical Driller: Field Ops & CPT Data

Engineering Consulting Service; Groveland (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Driller to perform geotechnical drilling on projects, operating Geoprobe and drill rigs, collecting subsurface data, and ensuring safe field execution. The Driller supports complex tasks as experience grows and trains Driller Helpers.

The role is field-focused with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and customer service, and may require out-of-town travel and non-standard schedules. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license; Class A CDL preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Mechanical aptitude with hydraulic familiarity.
• Ability to read maps and interpret field data.
• Knowledge of drilling procedures and sampling methods.
• Experience with monitoring wells and piezometers.

Responsibilities

• Operates drilling equipment for borings and CPT data collection.
• Locates boring positions using maps, plans, or GPS.
• Records drilling data accurately and timely.
• Maintains drill rigs and support vehicles, reports repairs.
• Trains Driller Helpers and mentors others as needed.
• Follows safety procedures and maintains professional conduct.
• Completes field reports and timesheets promptly.
• Plan daily activities to meet productivity goals.
• Willing to work out of town and non-standard schedules.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading maps & field data

Geotechnical drilling knowledge

GPS data interpretation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Geoprobe equipment

Drill rigs & push rigs

GPS systems

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Driller to perform geotechnical drilling on projects, operating Geoprobe and drill rigs, collecting subsurface data, and ensuring safe field execution. The Driller supports complex tasks as experience grows and trains Driller Helpers.

The role is field-focused with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and customer service, and may require out-of-town travel and non-standard schedules. Equal opportunity employer.