Drill Rig Operator

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Savannah, GA

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About The Position

This is a public notice flyer for anticipated Drill Rig Operator vacancies; applications will not be accepted through the flyer, and there may or may not be vacancies filled from it. The position is recruited under a Department of Defense Direct Hire Authority. The role is filled at WG-05, with noncompetitive promotion potential to WG-08 when the incumbent is sufficiently experienced, meets the qualification requirements, performs the full scope of the duties, and functions under the appropriate supervisory controls.

The employee operates power auger and direct-push drill rigs for standard penetration testing, auguring, fishtailing, direct-push testing and sampling, and collection of undisturbed soil and groundwater samples. The employee receives training in rock core drilling equipment, assists with field repairs and routine maintenance, supports drill-rig operations, and helps manage supplies and equipment. The work requires substantial travel, outdoor work in varied and sometimes hazardous conditions, and physical exertion including frequent heavy lifting. The position requires a current Class A Commercial Driver License and participation in specified safety, medical surveillance, drug and alcohol testing, and respirator-fit-test programs.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Current Class A Commercial Driver License, which must be included in the application package and maintained.
• Meet the reliability and dependability screen-out requirement for WG-05, including demonstrating ability to perform helper work without more than normal supervision and dependable attendance and completion of assignments.
• Meet the WG-08 screen-out requirement to perform drill rig operator work without more than normal supervision, including advancing soil or rock borings up to 50 feet, installing groundwater wells up to 4 inches in diameter, collecting split-spoon, undisturbed, and rock core samples, and performing routine repairs to drill-rig components such as hoses, pumps, and motors.
• Demonstrate sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work without more than normal supervision; no specific length of training or experience is required.
• Pass any required suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation.
• Participate in random drug and alcohol testing and sign DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under DOT Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• Complete a one-year probationary period.
• Meet the physical demands of prolonged standing, walking, bending, pushing, reaching, pulling, and frequent lifting of 20–60 pounds and occasional lifting of more than 60 pounds, including repetitive heavy lifting over an 8–12-hour workday.
• Be able to work near rotating drill shafts and hammering operations, and perform duties while wearing a respirator.

Responsibilities

• Operate power auger and direct-push drill rigs for standard penetration tests, auguring, fishtailing, direct-push testing and sampling, and collection of undisturbed soil and groundwater samples.
• Receive training from the senior drill operator in operating rock core drilling equipment; substitute during routine runs and short absences.
• Make or assist with field repairs to core drilling equipment, pumps, drilling tools, and motors.
• Refuel equipment and perform required preventive maintenance.
• Assist with drill-rig operation by connecting and disconnecting drill pipe and bits as borings advance, and handling dogging devices, hoisting pins or hooks, and wrenches.
• Load and unload supplies and equipment, and advise the operator about supply needs and equipment condition.
• Participate in the district's HTRW program and Annual Medical Surveillance Program.
• Participate in the Annual Respirator Usage Fit Test.
• Obtain and maintain a Government Credit Card.
• Travel on temporary duty assignments, stated as 90%.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for employees and eligible family members; specific eligibility depends on position type.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable regulations and agency determination.
• Relocation incentive may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed