Drill Foreman 2026-01448

State of Wyoming•Cheyenne, WY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) as a Drilling Supervisor in Cheyenne, Wyoming! WYDOT is seeking a skilled Drilling Supervisor to lead the geotechnical drilling operations within our Geology Program. In this role, you’ll oversee all aspects of drilling operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency across Wyoming’s transportation system. As a Drilling Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for managing the safe operation of an impressive range of heavy equipment, including three different sizes of drill rigs—CME55, CME75, and CME1050—along with two 2,000-gallon water trucks, a backhoe, various transport trucks, trailers, and light-duty supply vehicles. You’ll also provide training and guidance to the team, ensuring that all operations are carried out safely and effectively. With limited supervision, you’ll have the opportunity to lead critical operations that directly impact the infrastructure of Wyoming. This position offers a $2,000 Hiring Bonus (see notes for eligibility).

Requirements

Knowledge of geological testing and testing equipment
Knowledge of reading gauges and interpreting electronic readings for monitoring while drilling
Skilled in the use of spreadsheets and databases
Knowledge of maintenance procedures for heavy equipment repairs
Knowledge of safety procedures for drilling/basic geologic knowledge
Ability to lift 100 pounds
Ability to obtain and retain a Commercial Driver's License
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Construction Management)
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Drilling) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Driller OR High School Diploma plus 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Drilling) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Driller

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver's License holders

Responsibilities

Trains and manages drilling personnel in the safe operation of various drilling methods (auger/wireline/air-mud rotary), coring, testing and sampling equipment assigned to the Geology Program
Trains drillers in the safe operations of transportation of rigs, water trucks, and backhoe to project sites
Routinely develops efficient means and methods to advance drill holes, collects samples at the required testing frequency/intervals; installs monitoring well casing
Schedules and prioritizes regular and required maintenance of all service equipment; support trucks, drill rigs/backhoe; water trucks; transports and trailers
Works in all types of weather, heavy lifting, work on Interstate highway, narrow roads under live traffic, and varying terrain with remote/difficult access
Ensures effective communication between drill crews, geologists, geological supervisors to coordinate equipment status and supply adequate staffing of drill rigs from project to project
Orders replacement parts and new equipment for drill rigs to replace worn out parts
Tracks billing and documentation of all supply purchases
Safely operates all equipment during manpower shortage, around the presence of underground and overhead utilities, and noisy environment
Participates in interviewing candidates for new hires to operate rigs and document hours required to obtain CDL
Contributes to daily tailgate safety talks with crew
Provides input to the Program on incidents and avoiding incidents and take required action to improve safe operations of equipment and personnel working around them
Develops specifications for new drill rigs, trucks, trailers, and support vehicles
Conducts yearly inventory of supplies and keeps safety equipment stocked