Driller

S&ME, Inc.•Knoxville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

S&ME is looking for a full-time Driller to join our Field Exploration team in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role involves leading and coordinating drilling operations with minimal supervision, overseeing and mentoring a team of driller assistants and drillers, and ensuring the use of the best drilling techniques and equipment for each project. Responsibilities include mobilizing drill equipment, ordering project materials (with management approval), and maintaining, cleaning, and calibrating testing and inspection equipment. The company values safety, quality workmanship, and integrity. The ideal candidate is dependable, enjoys working outdoors year-round, and is open to traveling (with paid hotels and per diem).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Minimum of 3 years of Geotechnical and/or Environmental Drilling experience
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Valid Driller license
Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language
Understanding and ability to perform routine vehicle and equipment maintenance
Competency in multiple drilling methods, which include hollow stem auger, mud rotary, and rock coring techniques

Responsibilities

Manage drilling operations for assigned projects by overseeing lower-level drillers.
Review field logs, samples, and data from subordinate drill personnel.
Communicate with management and technical staff regarding field logs, samples, and data.
Oversee vehicle and equipment maintenance to ensure good working conditions.
Determine the need for equipment.
Assure that all drilling functions, including quality control, quality assurance, and verification, are performed per the standard drilling methods, project specifications, and other contract documents.
Coordinate and oversee the daily activities of assigned driller assistants on medium to large projects.
Communicate field conditions and job progress to management and professional staff daily.
Mobilize drill equipment.
Order project materials (with management approval).
Maintain, clean, and calibrate testing and inspection equipment.