Drill Technician

Dig Energy • Manchester, NH

7h

About The Position

Dig Energy, Inc. is seeking a Drill Technician to operate and maintain its custom geothermal drilling system. The technician will be the primary operator for research and development testing as well as customer installations. The role requires practical troubleshooting, following test and installation plans, and communicating effectively with engineering and project leads. Work includes outdoor job sites in varying weather conditions and frequent travel, which may involve overnight stays. Dig Energy is a startup whose priorities and role responsibilities may evolve as the company grows.

Requirements

• Comfort working on research and development and test projects as well as commercial installations.
• Capability to operate heavy equipment and work on active job sites.
• Ability to follow written procedures and perform drilling activities with minimal day-to-day oversight.
• Strong communication skills within the drilling team and across the engineering team.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel frequently, with possible overnight stays.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds of equipment.
• Have or be willing to obtain OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in drilling, construction, or heavy equipment operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the custom drilling platform, including setting it up, repositioning the rig, monitoring drilling activities, and making adjustments as needed.
• Install Dig Energy’s geothermal loops, including finishing, flushing, and grouting.
• Support testing and continued development of drilling techniques, equipment, and operating procedures.
• Follow defined test plans and communicate results and observations effectively.
• Inspect the rig and support equipment before and after operations and service equipment as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Flexible vacation.
• Opportunity to build new energy infrastructure, have real ownership from day one, and grow into the role.

What This Job Offers

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