Drill Operator Specialist

State of Montana • Helena, MT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for two Drill Operator Specialists in Helena . This position serves as the subsurface exploration crew leader and is responsible for planning and overseeing on-site subsurface exploration projects consisting of various drilling methods, Cone Penetration Testing, and geophysical methods. Duties include overseeing subsurface exploration projects and subsurface exploration technicians; operating, maintaining, and repairing drilling, and support equipment and tools; and providing training and technical assistance to subsurface exploration technicians. The incumbent reports to the Field Investigation Unit Supervisor (46005) and indirectly supervises two subsurface exploration technicians. For a full job description, please contact Lauren Grayson at [email protected]

Requirements

• The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or equivalent.
• This position requires a minimum of three (3) years progressively responsible experience in geotechnical exploration operations, soil sampling, diamond core drilling, and geotechnical instrumentation installation.
• The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid Class A/Type 2 driver’s license with air brake and tanker endorsement.
• This position requires thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques of subsurface investigation and sampling; Environmental Protection Agency regulations governing safety and techniques of drilling and sampling soil and water known to be contaminated with hazardous materials; methods and techniques used in monitor well installation and abandonment as well as precautions against cross contamination of groundwater resources; and applicable State, federal, AASHTO, and FHWA requirements and standards.
• This position requires skill in operating, maintaining, and repairing specialized exploration and sampling equipment and tools, vehicles, and various drilling support equipment and hand tools, equipment maintenance and repair, and light duty welding and fabrication.
• Proper Hole abandonment procedures for, artesian conditions, instrumentation and general borings.
• Knowledge in rotary mud exploration including mixing ratios and incorporation of appropriate additives
• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date.
• Requires a negative pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• overseeing subsurface exploration projects and subsurface exploration technicians
• operating, maintaining, and repairing drilling, and support equipment and tools
• providing training and technical assistance to subsurface exploration technicians

Benefits

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees