Driller

Responsibilities

• Performing standard penetrometer testing operations including performing borings and geoprobes
• Operating Geoprobe unit for the collection of soil and Cone Penetrometer (CPT) data
• Locating borings in the field
• Record all required drilling data
• Report all project specific issues directly to the project manager and/or your supervisor
• Perform drill rig and support truck maintenance- Reporting all repair and maintenance issues to the Drilling Supervisor
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems including those of an electrical or hydraulic nature
• Follow all company safety procedures and guidelines for maintaining a safe work environment for all crew personnel
• Safely and accurately load drill rig and support vehicle each day with supplies needed
• Plan daily schedule to meet productivity goals set by Drilling Supervisor and/or Office Manager
• Promptly and accurately complete time sheets and field paperwork
• Care for and clean assigned company vehicles and drilling equipment and any other assigned equipment
• Maintain professional behavior and quality standards
• Train and mentor Drilling Helper
• Willingness to work out of town and non-standard work schedules when required

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED

• 2 – 4 years of related experience

• Class A CDL driver's license preferred 

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.