Driller

American Engineering Testing Inc•Rapid City, SD

14h•$26 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Driller independently operates drilling equipment and executes drilling operations, collecting high-quality soil and rock samples for construction and engineering projects. The role includes preparing and maintaining equipment, assessing drilling sites, following project specifications, and working with drilling team members and project stakeholders. The Driller also provides training and mentorship to Drill Assistants or less experienced Drillers and supports a safe, collaborative, and continuously improving work environment. The position primarily operates in outdoor field environments, including construction sites with uneven ground and adverse weather, and secondarily in an office environment using standard office equipment. Travel may account for 60%–90% of work time, including overnight travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Insurable driving record and ability to obtain a medical card.
Previous experience as a Drilling Assistant, Driller, or in a similar role.
Intermediate knowledge of drilling techniques, methodologies, and equipment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform routine maintenance tasks.
Ability to travel up to 60%–90% of work time, including overnight travel.
Ability to interpret drilling instructions.
Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment.
Ability to perform physical labor, including work at hazardous waste sites while wearing personal protective equipment.
Frequently lift 30–60 pounds from the floor to 2 feet and occasionally lift 60–100 pounds from the floor to 2 feet.
Frequently carry 30–60 pounds for 10–30 feet and occasionally carry 60–100 pounds for 10–30 feet.
Stand 80% of the day, often on uneven surfaces; move 80% of the day with frequent bending and stooping.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Independently set up, assemble, and calibrate drilling equipment.
Verify and adjust drilling parameters, including rotation speed, torque, and feed pressure, according to project requirements.
Execute drilling operations in accordance with project specifications and guidelines, monitoring parameters to support accurate and efficient sample collection.
Review project instructions and ensure materials and supplies are available.
Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements for sealing boreholes.
Conduct pre-operational checks of drilling tools, machinery, supporting equipment, and safety devices.
Perform routine maintenance, including lubrication and replacement of worn components; troubleshoot non-routine maintenance and repairs and report issues to the Drill Lead or Drill Supervisor.
Assess drilling sites, select drilling locations, prepare sites, and coordinate with team members.
Work with a Drill Assistant or Drill Lead to document test boring locations and elevations.
Assist with collecting, labeling, documenting, and storing soil and rock samples.
Identify and troubleshoot technical issues and collaborate with the team to resolve challenges and keep projects progressing.
Train and mentor Drill Assistants or less experienced Drillers and promote continuous improvement.
Communicate effectively with the drilling team and project stakeholders and collaborate to meet project objectives.
Follow AET safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses; use required PPE and safety equipment.
Participate in safety meetings, training, inspections, and other assigned safety activities.
Exercise stop-work authority in the event of imminent danger and immediately notify supervision.
Demonstrate personal accountability for safety and promote safe work practices.