Geotechnical Driller: Field Tech & Crew Lead

Geoengineer; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) with company match

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Job summary

GeoEngineers in Spokane, WA is hiring a Driller to assist with geotechnical drilling for subsurface investigations. The role involves operating CME-75 truck mounted drill rigs, directing junior crew members, and transporting equipment.

The position requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 2+ years of drilling or heavy manual labor experience, with travel up to 70% and a strong emphasis on safety and procedural compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2+ years of related experience such as drilling, construction, or heavy manual labor.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains drilling equipment including CME-75 truck mounted drill rigs; collects drilling samples.
• Directs junior drilling crew members to ensure safe drilling tasks.
• Assists in setting up, taking down, and transporting geotechnical drilling rigs and support equipment.
• Maintains clean and safe drill site and shop environment.
• Handles drilling tools, pipe, cement, bentonite, and other materials.
• Maintains and repairs drilling equipment as required.
• Transports materials and well service equipment.
• Performs shop/warehouse duties such as vehicle maintenance, welding, cutting, and cleaning.

Skills

Geotechnical drilling

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Team leadership

Heavy manual labor

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CME-75 drill rigs

Geotechnical equipment maintenance

Job description

GeoEngineers in Spokane, WA is hiring a Driller to assist with geotechnical drilling for subsurface investigations. The role involves operating CME-75 truck mounted drill rigs, directing junior crew members, and transporting equipment.

The position requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 2+ years of drilling or heavy manual labor experience, with travel up to 70% and a strong emphasis on safety and procedural compliance.