Traveling Casing Drilling Specialist

GeoStabilization International®; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

100% paid travel

Medical, dental, vision insurance (HSA

401(k)

Generous paid time off

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

GeoStabilization International (GSI) is seeking an experienced Driller to lead deep casing drilling on geotechnical projects across the United States. The role emphasizes precision, casing integrity, and taking ownership of the structural outcome on challenging slopes and sites.

You will mentor crew members, manage equipment, and communicate with clients and internal teams. The position offers strong earning potential, extensive travel coverage, and comprehensive benefits in a leadership

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of deep casing drilling experience in geotechnical or ground support.
• Experience with concentric casing systems (e.g., Symmetrix, ODEX, Elemex, or equivalent) and multiple drilling methods.
• Ability to maintain verticality, alignment, and embedment tolerances within engineered specs.
• Understanding of casing sequencing, grout control, and structural load transfer.
• Willingness to travel up to 100% across the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Apply your skills across geohazard mitigation projects.
• Execute safety plans to protect personnel.
• Coach and develop teammates.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and jobsite organization.
• Communicate clearly with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Deep casing drilling

Geotechnical drilling

Leadership

Safety compliance

Client communication

Travel readiness

Job description

GeoStabilization International (GSI), Access Limited, and RoadGuard together form a leading infrastructure solutions platform dedicated to protecting people and strengthening critical infrastructure across North America and New Zealand. GSI is the premier geohazard mitigation firm specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles through innovative design-build delivery. Access Limited brings over a century of steep-slope expertise and operates North America’s largest fleet of spider excavators, delivering complex rockfall and geotechnical solutions in the most challenging environments. RoadGuard, founded in 2024, unites industry‑leading roadway safety companies providing guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, fencing, and specialty fabrication services. Across all our businesses, we are driven by innovation, extreme ownership, technical excellence, and a relentless commitment to measurable results that improve safety and infrastructure resilience. At GeoStabilization International, deep foundation, small diameter drilling is mission‑critical work. We operate in unstable slopes, emergency geohazard conditions, and structurally sensitive environments where installation accuracy, casing integrity, and ground control determine project success.

Why Choose GSI

If you're already in Geohazard, environmental or a similar industry doing the things we do, you probably have options. Why come to work with us? At GSI, You’re Not Just Working — you’re Building People, Solving Complex Problems, And Taking Pride In Work That Keeps Communities Safe. Here, You’ll Get

• Great teams filled with hardworking people from every walk of life, that are learning to do things the same way: quality, safety and team focused.
• Clear, supported advancement to more senior roles - either into crew leadership (lead hand, superintendent) or into more senior technical roles in drilling or shotcrete sculpting.
• A deep backlog of important work - you stay busy helping communities year round.
• Company ownership—yes, you become an owner here.
• Commitment to doing things the right way and putting the best tools in your hands.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Lead: As an experienced driller, you’ll work on projects across the U.S.

Your Core Responsibilities Include

• Applying your skills across a variety of geohazard mitigation systems and projects.
• Executing safety plans—protecting the people around you is priority #1.
• Coaching and developing teammates to be more effective and grow their skills.
• Helping with equipment maintenance and jobsite organization.
• Communicating clearly with clients and internal teams.

Growth Path

This is not a static trade role. High performers can drill for us as long as they want, but they can also advance into:

• Sr. Drillers
• Working Foreman
• Superintendent
• Field Operations Leadership

We invest in professionals who pursue mastery, elevate team standards, and demonstrate the discipline to lead.

Core Technical Requirements – Casing Focused

• Minimum 3+ years of deep casing drilling experience in geotechnical or ground support applications.
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Concentric casing systems (e.g., Symmetrix, ODEX, Elemex, or equivalent)
  • Duplex head drilling systems
  • Dual Rotary drilling systems
  • Percussion drill systems
  • Temporary and permanent casing installation
  • Tie‑back and micropile casing systems
• Proven ability to advance casing through:
  • Collapsing overburden
  • Mixed face conditions
  • Variable rock‑to‑soil transitions
  • High groundwater environments
  • Flowing sands
• Experience maintaining verticality, alignment, and embedment tolerances within engineered specifications.
• Strong understanding of casing sequencing, grout control, and structural load transfer principles.

What Separates Good from Elite Casing Drill Operators at GSI

Competent Operators

• Can run casing systems with supervision.
• Meet installation requirements.
• Follow instructions.

Elite Operators

• Anticipate subsurface challenges before they escalate.
• Protect casing integrity and minimize rework.
• Improve production efficiency without sacrificing precision.
• Mentor junior crew members on proper casing technique.
• Take ownership of the structural outcome — not just the drill.

Work & Travel Expectations

• Outdoor work in climates ranging from mountains to deserts.
• Typical construction‑site hazards and noise levels.
• Regular lifting of 75 lbs+.
• Extensive travel—up to 100% across the U.S.

Compensation & Benefits

This is an hourly leadership role with significant earning potential:

• $25–$38 per hour based on experience level most relevant to our projects.
  • We hire Driller Helpers, Drillers and Senior Drillers at different compensation ranges based on your experience.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Equity ownership program—every employee shares in the equity growth of the company, with no employee investment required.
• 100% paid travel (flights, hotels, food, and other travel).
• Medical, dental, vision (HSA/FSA).
• Accident, life, disability insurance.
• 401(k).
• Generous paid time off policy.

US pay range for this role.

Soil Nail Holdings and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.