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] Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: 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 For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values

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.
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
applicable State, federal, AASHTO, and FHWA requirements and standards
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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

planning and overseeing on-site subsurface exploration projects consisting of various drilling methods, Cone Penetration Testing, and geophysical methods
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

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