Geotechnical Driller

GeoStabilization International•Charleston, WV

12d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This is the one you’ve been looking for. A chance to put your time and energy into a company that has: Designed training and development plans to grow your money-making ability. A path to becoming a lead-hand, a Superintendent or beyond. The sheer volume of projects to keep you on that path year-round. An OWNERSHIP plan – you are an owner here. A safety record is in the top 10% of the industry. This isn’t just a job – it’s a path to more for people who believe their work ethic and focus on quality should carry them farther. We’re looking for senior tradespeople with Casing or Rock Drilling experience. This is a travel job with projects across the Eastern US. Crews work a 3-week on, 1-week off schedule. Drillers are an essential member of the frontline team, responsible for drilling holes, monitoring their condition, and leading crews in the operation and care of drilling equipment. Drillers play a crucial role in achieving company goals, ensuring respect for company property, and maintaining a high standard of reliability, punctuality, and work ethic.

Requirements

3+ years of geotechnical drilling experience
Possess deep knowledge of different types of geotechnical tooling and drilling techniques
Casing Drilling or Rock Drilling experience (Cammachio, Klemm, Casagrande and Fraste drills)
Maintain drills for optimal functionality, and work with teammates to understand their maintenance requirements.
Maintain drill logs, as-builts, and other project documentation accurately.
At least one year of traveling construction labor experience.
At least one year of working outside in all conditions.
Ability to understand and meet daily production targets.
A history of problem solving; the ability to grasp a problem, see a solution, and do whatever it takes to get the problem solved.
A history of complying with construction crew safety principles and tools.
Ability to be on time, all the time, every time.

Responsibilities

Working with a Project Manager, Superintendent and teammates, apply your skills effectively to get work done efficiently, safely and correctly.
Work in your specialty area but be willing and able to contribute any work that helps drive project success.
Travel across the US to do work. We travel on 3-week on, 1-week off or 5-day on, 2-day off schedules depending on the location of the crew member and the work.
Learn and apply new skills so you can do more: machines, soils technology, specialty techniques, leadership and problem-solving principles.