Rotary Drill Apprentice

Negley's Water; Newburg (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Negley’s is seeking a Rotary Drill Apprentice to support operation and maintenance of rotary drilling rigs for wells, geothermal, and other drilling projects. The role is heavily physical, performed outdoors in all weather, with daily travel to various job sites in a company vehicle.

Expect a 4-day work week, 10–12 hour days starting at 6:00 AM, and 45–50 hours per week. You will be the driller’s right hand, aiding in rig setup, tool handling, mud pits, and rig teardown, while adhering to safety

Qualifications

• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy equipment.
• Valid driver’s license required to operate company vehicle.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot hand tools and heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Site Setup: Assist the lead driller in maneuvering and setting up the rig, unloading tools.
• Clearing Drill Cuttings: Shovel away rock chips, sand and dirt to prevent pile-ups.
• Digging Mud Pits and Trenches: Manually dig and shape pits for drilling fluids and mud.
• Handling Steel & Tooling: Lift, carry and connect drill rods and casings weighing 50–75+ pounds.
• Rig Teardown: Break down the rig, clean tools, and reload onto the vehicle.

Skills

Physical stamina

Driving license

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

• Location 16199 Cumberland Hwy,Newburg, PA, 17240,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 - $24.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full-Time Hourly

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

A Rotary Drill Apprentice is an entry-level to mid-level field professional responsible for supporting the operation and maintenance of rotary drilling rigs used to drill residential and commercial wells as well as monitoring, geothermal and multiple other drilling applications. This role is highly physical, involving manual labor in various outdoor environments adhering to all safety protocols while efficiently completing various projects. This industry demands highly skilled drillers who learn and understand geological conditions using air rotary techniques to drill in diverse environments while also specializing in different drilling techniques as their knowledge of the industry grows. Licensing, training, a CDL, team building will all be essential to furthering the Rotary Drill Apprentice’s career here at Negley’s.

• Shift Structure: You will work a 4-day work week with, 10 to 12-hour days, starting at 6:00 AM.
• Weekly Hours: You will average 45 to 50 hours per week.
• Travel: Daily travel to and from various job sites is required. You will be traveling in a company vehicle, often helping navigate or driving a support truck.
• Environment: This is a fully outdoor, hands-on role. You must be prepared to work in all weather conditions (heat, rain, mud, or cold).

Once you arrive at the job site, you are the driller's right hand, keeping the operation moving without interruption:

• Site Setup: Assist the lead driller in maneuvering and setting up the rig, unloading tools
• Clearing Drill Cuttings: Shovel away the constant pile of rock chips, sand, and dirt (cuttings) that the drilling rig forces out of the borehole so it doesn't pile up.
• Digging Mud Pits and Trenches: Manually dig and shape the pits and trenches needed to channel, hold, and recirculate the heavy drilling fluids and mud.
• Handling Steel & Tooling: Physically lift, carry, and connect heavy drill rods and casings (often weighing 50 to 75+ pounds) as the hole goes deeper
• Rig Teardown: Break down the drilling rig, clean all tools, and reload everything back onto the company vehicle

Requirements

• Physical Stamina: Must be able to stand for long periods and repeatedly lift heavy equipment (up to 75+ lbs) in extreme weather conditions.
• Driving License: A valid driver’s license is required.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to operate and troubleshoot hand tools and heavy machinery.

Summary

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