Geotechnical Driller Lead - Crew Oversight & Instrumentation

Terracon; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Chattanooga, TN is looking for an Exploration Team Member to perform subsurface exploration duties with conventional drilling or in-situ testing methods. You will operate drilling rigs and oversee a small crew to advance boreholes and install monitoring wells on projects.

Safety and quality are priorities; you will follow procedures, perform site reconnaissance, and maintain equipment while supporting pre-task planning and DOT logs when required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-years' experience.
• Proficient in geotechnical and/or environmental drilling methods.
• A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Solve routine to moderately complex problems with guidance from management.
• Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance boreholes as required in the region.
• Oversee a 2–3 person drill crew in all drilling tasks.
• Be proficient in multiple drilling methods common to the region.
• Install instrumentation and monitoring wells.
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance on equipment.
• Conduct surveying, site reconnaissance, and utility clearance tasks.
• Drive drilling equipment to project locations.
• Inspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment.
• Assist in project preparation and pre-task planning.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects; report safety issues.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Geotechnical drilling

Environmental drilling

Site reconnaissance

Safety compliance

Crew supervision

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Terracon in Chattanooga, TN is looking for an Exploration Team Member to perform subsurface exploration duties with conventional drilling or in-situ testing methods. You will operate drilling rigs and oversee a small crew to advance boreholes and install monitoring wells on projects.

Safety and quality are priorities; you will follow procedures, perform site reconnaissance, and maintain equipment while supporting pre-task planning and DOT logs when required.