Senior Geotechnical Driller & Team Lead

Energy Jobline ZR; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR seeks a Lead Driller to supervise geotechnical and environmental drilling operations in Nevada. You will ensure safety standards, client schedules, and equipment availability while mentoring crew and coordinating with the supervisor and logistics.

You will perform advanced drilling techniques, manage daily reports, and ensure quality control. Travel, nights and weekends are required, and a strong focus on teamwork and problem solving is essential for project success.

Qualifications

• Ability to work safely
• At least 5 years relevant experience in geotechnical and/or environmental drilling with listed methods
• Valid Nevada Driver's License; CDL if required
• NDWR license or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Excellent teamwork and mechanical aptitude
• OSHA/Hazwoper and MSHA training a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical and environmental drilling
• Install and plug monitoring wells
• Follow Safety Manual Guidelines and work safely at all times
• Complete required project, safety, reporting, maintenance, and inventory documentation daily
• Monitor and coach drilling staff; report to supervisor
• Track drilling staff hours and sign daily tickets
• Travel, nights and/or weekends as required
• Mentor others and assist with hiring and training as requested

Skills

Geotechnical drilling

Environmental drilling

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Mechanical skills

Teamwork

HAZWOPER/MSHA training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

NDWR water well license or ability to obtain (within 6 months)

CDL if required for equipment

Tools

Hollow-stem auger

Solid-stem auger

Mud rotary

Sonic drilling

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR seeks a Lead Driller to supervise geotechnical and environmental drilling operations in Nevada. You will ensure safety standards, client schedules, and equipment availability while mentoring crew and coordinating with the supervisor and logistics.

You will perform advanced drilling techniques, manage daily reports, and ensure quality control. Travel, nights and weekends are required, and a strong focus on teamwork and problem solving is essential for project success.