Well Driller (0207)

Southwest Florida Water Management District; Brooksville (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FRS contribution

Paid holidays

Medical/dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Southwest Florida Water Management District in Florida is seeking a Well Driller to support the Geohydrologic Data Section (GEO) and ROMP projects. You will assist in operating CME-85 and UDR-200 drilling rigs, collect lithologic and water quality data, and help supervise contractor activities under District rules.

The role emphasizes contributing to environmental stewardship and work-life balance. The District offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay scales, and annual

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with operating CME-85 and UDR-200 wireline core drilling rigs.
• Assist well drillers in operating drill rigs and collecting lithologic, hydraulic, and water quality data.
• Monitor well construction and oversee contractor activity per District rules.
• Mix drilling fluid components and grout materials per procedures.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and vendor records.

Tools

CME-85 drilling rigs

UDR-200 drilling rigs

Core drilling

Job description

Work for Our Water Resources.

Help protect one of Florida’s most vital resources — water — with a career at the

Southwest Florida Water Management District (District).

The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks, and ensure the public’s water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6 million people in west-central Florida as directed by state law.

Work for Our Water Resources.

Help protect one of Florida’s most vital resources — water — with a career at the

Southwest Florida Water Management District (District).

The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks, and ensure the public’s water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6 million people in west-central Florida as directed by state law.

Join our Data Collection Bureau

Support the District's Geohydrologic Data Section (GEO) by assisting in the operation of core drilling rigs and associated equipment used to collect hydrogeologic data and construct monitor wells for the Regional Observation and Monitor-well Program (ROMP) and other hydrogeologic investigation projects. This opportunity offers an ability to make an impact on the organization and provides flexibility and a true work-life balance. Using your expertise, you’ll play an important role in enhancing the results to ensure a brighter future for the environment of Florida.

District employees are offered an excellent total rewards package that includes:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) District Total Contribution 13.63%
• 9 paid holidays (+ 1 floating holiday)
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave, including Maternity, Bonding and Family Supportive Work Program
• Medical and dental insurance (91- 97% District paid)
• Vision insurance
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability (District Paid)
• Prescription drug coverage & mail order program
• Health savings & flexible spending accounts
• Flexible schedule for work-life balance
• Legal and Identity Theft protection
• Wellness program
• Public service loan forgiveness qualified employer
• Tuition reimbursement ($5,250/year)
• State adoption benefit qualified employer
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Transfer in years of service for other public sector work – towards the FRS program and sick time

Compensation:

Well Driller 1: $40,557.00 - $51,704.00

Well Driller 2: $43,229.00 - $55,076.50

Well Driller 3: $46,035.00 - $58,656.00

The starting hourly wages are included for the Maintenance & Trades Well Driller profile which reflects the minimum to 50% of the respective pay grades. The starting salary will be based on the education and experience of the successful candidate. The District conducts annual performance evaluations that may award applicable pay increases based on positive employee performance.

Essential Functions

• Assists staff with operating District-owned CME-85 and UDR-200 wireline core drilling rigs
  • Assists well drillers in the operation of drill rigs and other equipment to collect lithologic, hydraulic, and water quality data.
  • Assists with monitoring well construction and well contractor oversight in accordance with District rules (as needed).
  • Mixes drilling fluid components and grout materials following established procedures.
  • Performs calculations involved in cementing well casings and boreholes.
  • Maintains accurate records of equipment, supplies, and vendor accounts.
• Drives and operates ancillary equipment
  • Drives support trucks, crane truck, drill rigs, and tows trailers.
  • Transports drill rods, well casing, and other equipment and materials.
  • Operates backhoes, forklifts, skid-steer loaders, and all-terrain vehicles (ATV).
  • Operates pumps, chainsaws, and power tools.
  • Loads and unloads materials and supplies used for drilling, well construction, and aquifer performance testing (APT).
• Well Repairs, Abandonments, and Aquifer Performance Testing (APT)
  • Inspects and repairs wells that have been damaged or require maintenance.
  • Assists with plugging and abandoning wells (as needed).