Senior Driller

ECS Southeast, LLP; St. George (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A drilling operations company in St. George, Louisiana, is seeking an experienced drilling operator to perform standard testing and drilling operations. Responsibilities include operating Geoprobe units, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate should have 5-8 years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and must be physically capable of handling equipment. This position requires a Class A CDL and a commitment to safety standards, ensuring a sound working environment for all team members.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of experience in drilling operations.
• Class A CDL preferred.
• Ability to carry 40 - 70 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Perform penetrometer testing and boring operations.
• Operate Geoprobe for soil data collection.
• Monitor drilling progress and adjust equipment as needed.
• Report project issues and maintain equipment.
• Train and mentor personnel.

Skills

Drilling operations

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team mentoring

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Geoprobe

Drill rig

Job description

Responsibilities

• Performing standard penetrometer testing operations including performing boring and Geoprobes
• Operating Geoprobe unit for the unit for the collection of soil and Cone Penetrometer (CPT) data
• Complete drilling operations by operating drill, including rotary, churn, and pneumatic; monitoring progress; adjusting bit weight and rotary speed; changing bit; removing debris; setting explosives; operating gasoline, diesel, electric, or stream draw works
• Locating borings in the field
• Record all required drilling data
• Report all project specific issues directly to the project manager and/or your supervisor
• Perform drill rig and support truck maintenance - Reporting all repair and maintenance issues to the Drilling Supervisor
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems including those of electrical or hydraulic nature
• Safely and accurately load drill rig and support vehicle each day with supplies needed
• Plan daily schedule to meet productivity goals set by Drilling Supervisor and/or Office Manager
• Promptly and accurately complete time sheets and field paperwork
• Care for and clean assigned company vehicles and drilling equipment and any other assigned equipment
• Maintain professional behavior and quality standards
• Train and mentor Drilling Helper and Drillers
• Maintain safe, healthy, and environmentally sound work environment by following organization standards and legal regulations; preventing spillage' wearing personal protective equipment; storing and maintaining hazardous material
• Willingness to work out of town and non-standard work schedules when required

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• 5 - 8 years of experience
• Class A CDL preferred
• Position requires carrying 40 - 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height

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