Field Services Team Leader - Drilling

OWN • Springfield, MO

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About The Position

OWN, Inc. is seeking a Drilling Team Leader in Springfield, Missouri, to lead crews, strengthen operations, and support the growth of its drilling services. The role leads drilling and subsurface investigation projects from scoping through final data, while overseeing crew safety, project delivery, client relationships, and team development. The Team Leader will help shape how the drilling operation runs, including its crews, equipment, scheduling, production, and growth.

OWN is a civil engineering, land surveying, and field services company serving private development and public infrastructure clients across Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, and beyond. It has nearly 200 employee-owners across 10 offices and describes its culture as employee-owned, collaborative, and supportive of professional autonomy and impact.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in drilling, geotechnical investigations, or related field services.
• Strong understanding of drilling operations, field procedures, and safety practices.
• Experience coordinating projects, crews, and resources.
• Experience leading teams or clear readiness to step into a team leadership role.
• A sense of ownership and care for employees, work quality, and client delivery.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support drilling technicians, including setting daily priorities and supporting long-term growth.
• Coordinate rigs, schedules, equipment, and other resources to keep work moving.
• Prioritize safety, equipment readiness, and quality.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Build strong client relationships and help bring in new clients.
• Help shape the drilling team's operations as it grows.
• Lead drilling and subsurface investigation projects from scoping through final data.
• Keep crews safe, projects on track, and clients confident.

Benefits

• Employee ownership (ESOP) at no cost to the employee.
• 401(k) with a 3% company contribution.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 16 days of PTO plus 8 paid holidays, with PTO increasing with tenure.
• Paid parental leave.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Training and leadership development programs.
• Trust and autonomy to make decisions and take ownership of work.
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and influence how the team works, improves, and grows.

What This Job Offers

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