Webber - Drill Rig Operator - Heavy Civil Geotechnical

Ferrovial • New Braunfels, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Webber, part of Ferrovial Construction, is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community. Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.

Requirements

• Must be willing and able to travel out-of-town and -state as needed for work.
• Ability to communicate in English via verbal and written communications.
• Mathematical proficiency as it relates to basic geometry, algebra, and mathematics.
• Move throughout a construction jobsite which includes minor obstacles including climbing ladders and inclines, operating heavy equipment, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Heavy physical activity performing strenuous day activities of a primarily productive/technical nature.
• Knowledgeable about and follow the company’s safety policies and procedures as described in the company’s safety manual.
• Five (5) or more years heavy highway and civil construction as a Drill Operator.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with the fingers.
• Ability to perceive attributes of objects and materials.
• Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America to qualify for employment with the Company.
• Candidates are required to complete and pass a drug screen to be considered for employment.
• Candidates are required to complete and pass a medical exam to ensure physical and/or mental capacity to complete the tasks required by the job.
• Some positions require completion of a background check, which may include Employment History Verification, County and Federal Searches for felonies and misdemeanors, SSN Address Trace, and/or National Criminal/Sex and Violent Offender Search.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performing daily checklists to ensure all well control equipment is fully functional and up to date.
• Setting up and operating gun drilling equipment, making necessary corrections to keep production running in spec.
• Loading reels of fiber optic cable on flex track 150 plow cable six feet deep.
• Using hand tools and power tools to drill holes into materials depending on their types.
• Cross-training in other departments to broaden skills, like PCB engineering.
• Reading diagrams and drilling holes into wood at specific locations and depths.
• Regulating air pressure, rotary speed, and downward pressure, according to the type of rock or concrete being drilled.
• Performing equipment maintenance in shop/yard locations and installing inclinometers for ground movement and taking soil samples.
• Monitoring customer specifications to ensure all requirements are met.
• Replacing spindles and running accuracy checks.
• Observing all OSHA regulations.
• Working in shop and running hot shots as needed.
• Operating numerous types of drilling equipment including truck, track and ATV mount drills.
• Operating heavy equipment, including motor graders, heavy loaders, carryalls, bulldozers, backhoes.
• Performing geotechnical and environmental drilling with HSA, air and mud rotary, and direct push equipment.
• Operating an excavator and backhoe to expose and excavate (bell-hole) high pressure lines for tie-ins, crossings and boring.
• Operating a backhoe for foundations, curb and gutter, sidewalks, entrances and other projects pertaining to the job layout.
• Signaling and verbally directing workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.

Benefits

• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED