Summary:
The Driller is a key role, responsible for a two to three person drilling crew by directing and performing the operation of drilling equipment to bore exploratory vertical holes into the earth to evaluate soil type and strength characteristics. The ideal candidate is a reliable, trustworthy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where collaboration and autonomy are valued.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions of the role.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- On average the workdays range from 7 - 12 hours. The driller’s primary duty is that of a laborer with extensive manual lifting and handling
- The materials collections process (i.e. soils, concrete, asphalt, etc.) is repetitive in nature several times per hour
- The manual lifting is performed individually and in tandem, when necessary, with the Head Driller or other driller’s helper(s)
- The following equipment and products are lifted, carried, and manipulated: Steel drill rods, steel drill casings, steel augers, steel drill tip bits, and 50 lb. bags of sand, cement, and bentonite. The rods, augers, casings, and drill tip bits weigh up to 100+ pounds
- The weights manually lifted range from 0 to 200+ pounds. Weights in the 5 - 75-pound range are lifted frequently (From 33% up to 66% of the task period) with a frequency range of 10 – 35 repetitions per hour
- Weights in the range of 25 – 200+ pounds (drill rods, hollow-stem auger bits, and casings) are lifted frequently (From 15% to 30% of the task period) with a range of 0 - 15 repetitions per hour, on average, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Weights in the range of 25 – 200+ pounds (drill rods, hollow-stem auger bits, and casings) are lifted frequently (From 15% to 30% of the task period) with a range of 5 - 15 repetitions per hour, on average, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Depending upon the location of the support truck(s) and trailer in proximity to the drill rig, the equipment and materials are manually lifted and carried/moved, ranging from a 0 to 75+ feet, on average, in walking distance, with or without reasonable accommodation
- In addition to manual lifting, body motions and movements include bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, and pushing. These body motions/movements are performed continuously (on average from 66% up to 100% of the task period) to perform the physical manual work tasks involved with the drilling operations and related tasks
- This job is in Florida, with exposure to intense sun, intense heat, humidity, rain, thunderstorms, and other adverse weather conditions
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all testing equipment used is functioning properly, maintained as required by company and/or manufacturer’s policy, and that all calibrated equipment is within its calibration cycle
- Ensure that project testing requirements are met and compliant with project specifications, requirements, and company policies or procedures
- Acts as drill crew chief for a two-three man drilling crew, directing and performing drilling services and well installations by operating drilling equipment to bore exploratory vertical holes into the earth to evaluate soil type and strength characteristics.
- Operates misc. equipment such as pneumatic jackhammers for breaking concrete and operation of water/steam pressure washers to wash the drilling equipment, rods, augers, bits, casings, trucks, and trailers
- Lawfully operates a commercial vehicle
- Cleans trucks and drill rigs
- Gets equipment together for that day’s projects
- Must be willing to travel within the state of Florida, if applicable
- Locations may be local or require out-of-town travel; travel may overnight or up to several days, larger or longer projects may require longer out-of-town stays
- Complete daily time and labor reports in accordance with company policy
- Turn in required paperwork daily
- Regular attendance is required
- Must be flexible to changing schedules and hours to support business needs; overnight and weekends schedules may be necessary to support business needs
- Follow all company safety procedures and policies
- Other duties may be assigned
Education and/or Experience:
- Valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria)
- Ability to pass a background check screening in accordance with Florida’s Jessica Lunsford Act (or equivalent state classification)
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- Ability to read & write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as the ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients
- Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form
Required Qualifications:
- At least 3 years of prior soils drilling experience
- Valid CDL A or B
Preferred Qualifications:
- OSHA 40HR HAZWOPER
- Valid CDL Driver’s License (Class A or B)
- Licensed Water Well Contractor
