Geotechnical Driller

GeoTek Operations Limited•Las Vegas, NV

6d•$30 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

GeoTek is a full-service consulting engineering firm specializing in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, and environmental consulting. Founded on the principle of providing strong business partnerships with clients by demonstrating a committed passion for technical advice and responsive customer service, GeoTek aims to build and maintain strong business partnerships. The company provides employees with just compensation and a challenging, stable work environment with ongoing opportunities for professional growth. GeoTek offers a variety of jobs across multiple offices in Nevada, California, Idaho, Arizona, and New Mexico. This specific role is for a Driller to join the Las Vegas office, responsible for managing rig operations, project coordination, effective communication with management, clients, and coworkers, and supervising driller's helpers and subcontractors. The driller ensures equipment is maintained and operated properly and safely, requiring a minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in most job functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1–5 years of drilling or field construction experience
Valid driver’s license
Clean driving record
Must be able to lift 60 plus pounds throughout the day
Ability to accomplish tasks under adverse weather and/or site conditions.
Good or corrected vision and manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

technical/trade certificate or associate degree in drilling, construction, or related field preferred.
geotechnical drilling experience preferred.
CDL strongly preferred or ability to obtain.
CDL and tanker endorsement is a plus
Certifications preferred/desired: OSHA 10/30, confined space entry, H2S awareness, first aid/CPR MSHA.

Responsibilities

Operate truck-mounted, track-mounted, and portable drilling rigs (auger, hollow-stem auger, mud rotary to obtain disturbed and undisturbed samples, split-spoon samples, and core.
Set up and rig down equipment, rig up drill rods/collars, install casings, and perform site layout per engineer specifications.
Assist with sampling procedures.
Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment, pumps, compressors, and support tools; report major issues to supervisor.
Monitor drilling parameters (penetration rates, torque, fluid returns) and adjust methods to ensure sample integrity and safety.
Maintain accurate field records: drill logs, depth checks, recovery and RQD (where applicable), and daily reports.
Follow health, safety, and environmental protocols: use PPE, implement lockout/tagout, confined space procedures, erosion control, and site decontamination.
Load/unload and inventory tooling, consumables, and site materials; maintain clean and organized work areas.
Communicate effectively with site personnel, clients, and subcontractors; escalate issues and unexpected conditions promptly.