Geotechnical Driller

TTL•Hoover, AL

About The Position

TTL, Inc. is seeking an experienced, full-time Geotechnical Driller for work in Alabama. The travel area includes Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee. The position requires a good safety record and effective communication with team members and clients. The driller operates and maintains drilling rigs and associated equipment, performs geotechnical drilling using multiple methods, supports engineers with field testing data, maintains records, and directs a crew of two or more employees. Frequent travel and overnight stays are required, and the work is performed outdoors in all types of weather. Employment is subject to a pre-employment drug and motor vehicle record check.

Requirements

At least 2 years of geotechnical and environmental drilling experience using hollow-stem augering, wet rotary, air rotary, and rock coring.
Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Ability to pass a DOT physical to obtain a CDL; Class A or B CDL required.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Willingness to travel and stay out of town frequently.
Ability to regularly lift 50–100 pounds.
Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather.
Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain drilling rigs and associated equipment.
Perform geotechnical drilling using straight-flight augering, hollow-stem augering, wet rotary, air rotary, and rock coring.
Complete daily field logs and maintain other records.
Assist engineers with collection of CPT and pressure meter testing data.
Repair drilling rigs and associated equipment.
Give direction to a crew of two or more employees.
Clean drill rigs, trucks, and equipment.
Participate in safety meetings.