Geotechnical Driller (Full-time)

SOCOTEC US; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC US is seeking a geotechnical drilling professional to join our Orlando-area team. The role focuses on drilling operations, supervision of drill crew, and equipment maintenance in a field setting.

Responsibilities include operating rigs, training helpers, and ensuring safety and accurate field records while supporting geotechnical investigations across various sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years geotechnical drilling experience required.
• Clean Driving Record (Required).
• Must be able to work outdoors in all climates.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds multiple times per day.
• Willingness to arrive at work early and on-time, and work late when necessary.
• Have reliable transportation to/from work.

Responsibilities

• Operate drilling equipment such as mud rotary wash (SPT) and auger drill rigs.
• Train and direct drillers helper(s).
• Driving drill rig(s) and/or support vehicle(s) in a safe and professional manner (CDL NOT required but a plus).
• Understand utility locate markings and field and locating of geotechnical boring locations.
• Assist with clearing operations for geotechnical investigations.
• Perform maintenance and repair of drilling equipment, drill rig(s), and support vehicle(s) which will require basic mechanical knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines.
• Keep accurate and detailed field records.
• Classify soils in field and prepare field boring logs.

Skills

Geotechnical drilling

Outdoor work

Record keeping

Mechanical aptitude

Safe driving

Job description

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

Company Description

About SOCOTEC

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

Job Description

Geotechnical drilling consists of drilling into the soil at a site to obtain samples of the soils and measure the density of the soils. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a strong skill set to advance quickly in their career in a growing well established small company. The employee’s duties will consist of performing geotechnical test borings, supervision of a drill rig crew, other drilling operations, and equipment maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Operate drilling equipment such as mud rotary wash (SPT) and auger drill rigs.
• Train and direct drillers helper(s).
• Driving drill rig(s) and/or support vehicle(s) in a safe and professional manner (CDL NOT required but a plus).
• Understand utility locate markings and field and locating of geotechnical boring locations.
• Assist with clearing operations for geotechnical investigations.
• Perform maintenance and repair of drilling equipment, drill rig(s), and support vehicle(s) which will require basic mechanical knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines.
• Keep accurate and detailed field records.
• Classify soils in field and prepare field boring logs.

Typical Work Schedule

Monday to Friday – 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years geotechnical drilling experience required.
• Clean Driving Record (Required).
• Must be able to work outdoors in all climates.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds multiple times per day.
• Willingness to arrive at work early and on-time, and work late when necessary.
• Have reliable transportation to/from work.

Additional Information

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

Hourly pay range: $26.00-$36.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and certifications.

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.