Rotary Drill Apprentice

H2O Care Partners; Newburg (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

H2O Care Partners is seeking a Rotary Drill Apprentice to support drilling operations for residential and commercial wells and related applications. The role is physically demanding, performed outdoors, and requires readiness for all weather conditions and safety protocols.

Expect a 4‑day work week with 10–12 hour days starting at 6:00 AM, averaging 45–50 hours weekly, plus daily travel to sites. You will assist the driller, move tools, dig pits, handle steel, and teardown rigs in a hands‑on

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods and repeatedly lift heavy equipment up to 75+ lbs in extreme weather conditions.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• 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 pileups.
• Digging Mud Pits and Trenches: Manually dig pits and trenches for drilling fluids and mud.
• Handling Steel & Tooling: Lift, carry, and connect heavy drill rods and casings (50–75+ lbs).
• Rig Teardown: Break down the drilling rig, clean tools, and reload onto the vehicle.

Skills

Physical stamina

Driving license

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Brief Description

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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace for our employees, customers, and communities. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law.

H2O Care Partners is committed to pay transparency and providing good-faith compensation ranges for all roles. We also provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities and religious beliefs. If you need assistance during the application process, please contact our People Team at [e-mail].