Traveling Driller

Aquifer Drilling and Testing, Inc.•Mineola, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cascade Environmental is seeking a Traveling Driller to join our team. This role involves operating drill rigs and drilling equipment, maintaining daily reports, ensuring equipment is in safe working condition, and leading a drilling crew. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, travel, and competitive compensation. We are committed to safety, providing state-of-the-art training, and fostering a supportive work environment. Offer of employment is conditional upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and drug test, and maintaining a clean driving record in accordance with DOT requirements.

Requirements

3+ years’ experience in the drilling industry, with at least one (1) year of experience operating a variety of rigs (i.e. sonic, rotary, auger)
Negative drug test
Satisfactory results of a background check (and your authorization to conduct a routine background check) – offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Possessing a valid Driver’s License for the state in which you reside and satisfactory results of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) is an essential requirement to function in this job
Obtaining and maintaining an interstate DOT Medical Card and meeting all Federal Interstate FMCSA requirements to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle
Passing a HAZWOPER physical
Verifying your legal right to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA)
Respiratory Protection will be required to be worn if specified by a site-specific Health and Safety Plan, or when air monitoring indicates potential for exposure levels to reach an established action, level, threshold limit value (TLV), or permissible exposure limit (PEL). To comply with health and safety standards to protect against workplace hazards, employees may be required to shave or maintain facial hair in a manner that ensures a proper seal for respirator use.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class A and State Driller License is preferred

Responsibilities

Operate drill rigs and drilling equipment with high proficiency
Maintain daily drilling reports
Ensure equipment is in safe working condition and conduct routine and preventative maintenance, as needed
Lead a drilling crew by training and mentoring employees and maintaining a safe environment
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of MSDS, CEU’s and JSA’s
Approve employee timesheets
Complete well logs, logbook, repair orders, tailgates, and Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports
Promote positive and professional relationships with team members and clients
Maintain all required certifications
Be able to safely lift up to 50 pounds
Completes other duties and projects, as assigned

Benefits

Competitive pay
Starting wage of $46.00 - $47.88 per hour
2 Weeks paid Vacation
7 paid holidays
40 hours paid sick leave, at a minimum
Great potential for overtime
Employee only medical coverage at ZERO cost to the employee
Project-based bonuses
Driller License bonuses
Performance-based merit increases
Employee Referral Bonus of $2,000
Reimbursement for attending CDL Training School
Pay increases after obtaining a CDL A
Opportunity for travel
Private hotel room for traveling employees at ZERO cost
Per diem
State of the Art CORE Safety Training Program with safety gear provided
Flexible career paths with opportunities for advancement and growth
Encouragement to pursue new roles nationwide, explore a variety of projects, and work with mentors and experts who help shape the industry