Terracon
Geotechnical Driller at Terracon
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Terracon . General Responsibilities
Perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in‑situ testing techniques. Use drill methods such as auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling and diamond bit coring. Conduct in‑situ testing techniques including cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing and rock dilatometer testing. Install instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells and inclinometers. Work as part of a multiple‑person team on projects. Survey and locate drilling points; conduct site reconnaissance; load/unload tooling, materials and samples; classify soil and rock samples. Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment. Prepare internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT Logs) paperwork. Essential Roles and Responsibilities
Demonstrate problem‑solving skills on routine to moderately complex problems with guidance from management or senior ETMs. Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance boreholes to all required depths in the region. Oversee a 2 or 3‑man drill crew in all drilling‑operation tasks. Be proficient in multiple drilling methods common to the region. Install instrumentation and monitoring wells. Perform routine repairs and maintenance. Perform surveying, site reconnaissance and utility‑clearance tasks. Drive all forms of drilling equipment to and from project locations. Inspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment. Assist in project preparation and pre‑task planning. Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects and report any safety concerns to management. Maintain quality standards on all projects. Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 3 years’ experience. Proficiency in geotechnical and/or environmental drilling methods. Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history. Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within the first 30 days of employment. Where required, possess specific driller/well‑installation licensure. Preferred Certification and Skills
Experience in in‑situ test methods, instrumentation installation, barge drilling, angle drilling and environmental drilling. Regional drilling licensure. Valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license. About Terracon
Terracon is a 100% employee‑owned multidisciplinary consulting firm, employing more than 8,000 professionals across 200 locations nationwide. Founded in 1965, Teracon specializes in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is driven by our talented employee‑owners who exceed client expectations and pursue career opportunities with us. EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. Terracon does not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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Apply for the
Geotechnical Driller
role at
Terracon . General Responsibilities
Perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in‑situ testing techniques. Use drill methods such as auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling and diamond bit coring. Conduct in‑situ testing techniques including cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing and rock dilatometer testing. Install instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells and inclinometers. Work as part of a multiple‑person team on projects. Survey and locate drilling points; conduct site reconnaissance; load/unload tooling, materials and samples; classify soil and rock samples. Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment. Prepare internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT Logs) paperwork. Essential Roles and Responsibilities
Demonstrate problem‑solving skills on routine to moderately complex problems with guidance from management or senior ETMs. Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance boreholes to all required depths in the region. Oversee a 2 or 3‑man drill crew in all drilling‑operation tasks. Be proficient in multiple drilling methods common to the region. Install instrumentation and monitoring wells. Perform routine repairs and maintenance. Perform surveying, site reconnaissance and utility‑clearance tasks. Drive all forms of drilling equipment to and from project locations. Inspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment. Assist in project preparation and pre‑task planning. Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects and report any safety concerns to management. Maintain quality standards on all projects. Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 3 years’ experience. Proficiency in geotechnical and/or environmental drilling methods. Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history. Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within the first 30 days of employment. Where required, possess specific driller/well‑installation licensure. Preferred Certification and Skills
Experience in in‑situ test methods, instrumentation installation, barge drilling, angle drilling and environmental drilling. Regional drilling licensure. Valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license. About Terracon
Terracon is a 100% employee‑owned multidisciplinary consulting firm, employing more than 8,000 professionals across 200 locations nationwide. Founded in 1965, Teracon specializes in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is driven by our talented employee‑owners who exceed client expectations and pursue career opportunities with us. EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. Terracon does not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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