Lead Driller - Field Operations & Safety Leader

THREE NOTCH GROUP INC; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Opportunities for advancement and tech

Company vehicle or mileage reimb.

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Three Notch Group seeks an experienced Technician IV - Lead Driller to run environmental and geotechnical drilling operations as a field leader. You will supervise a crew, select drilling methods (HSA, rotary, coring, sonic), and ensure safety and quality on diverse sites across the Southeast.

This role demands travel weekly and extended hours when projects require. The ideal candidate brings at least five years of drilling experience, a valid CDL Class A, and the ability to manage field

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of environmental and geotechnical drilling experience.
• Experience operating drilling equipment using HSA, rotary, coring, and sonic methods.
• Class A CDL required.
• Georgia Water Well Drilling Contractor License preferred.
• Experience leading a drilling crew and maintaining safe operations on project sites.
• Willingness and ability to travel overnight weekly.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and demanding field environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary operator of environmental and geotechnical drilling equipment.
• Lead the drilling crew and coordinate daily field activities to complete assignments safely and efficiently.
• Perform drilling using hollow-stem auger (HSA), rotary, coring, sonic, and other applicable methods.
• Direct equipment setup, drilling operations, sampling activities, and site cleanup.
• Promote and enforce company safety requirements and project-specific safety procedures at each jobsite.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and identify maintenance or repair needs.
• Maintain drilling equipment, support vehicles, tools, and supplies in safe working condition.
• Accurately document drilling activities, field conditions, materials used, and project progress.
• Communicate field conditions, schedule needs, and project updates to supervisors and project teams.
• Represent Three Notch Group professionally when interacting with clients, contractors, property owners, and the public.
• Manage time and field resources effectively to support project schedules and budgets.
• Travel overnight weekly and work extended hours when required by project schedules.
• Follow company policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Field leadership

Drilling operations

Safety compliance

Travel readiness

Education

CDL Class A

Georgia Water Well License preferred

Tools

HSA drilling

Rotary drilling

Coring

Sonic drilling

Drilling equipment operation

Job description

Three Notch Group seeks an experienced Technician IV - Lead Driller to run environmental and geotechnical drilling operations as a field leader. You will supervise a crew, select drilling methods (HSA, rotary, coring, sonic), and ensure safety and quality on diverse sites across the Southeast.

This role demands travel weekly and extended hours when projects require. The ideal candidate brings at least five years of drilling experience, a valid CDL Class A, and the ability to manage field