Driller​/Exploration Team Member II

Driller/Exploration Team Member II General Responsibilities

Exploration Team Members (ETMs) perform subsurface exploration using conventional drilling and in-situ testing techniques, including auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, diamond bit coring, cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing, and rock dilatometer testing. They also install instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells, and inclinometers, work as part of a multi‑person team, and conduct daily tasks such as surveying drilling points, site reconnaissance, load/unload tools and materials, sample classification, routine maintenance and repairs, and preparation of internal field forms and external DOT logs.

• Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance shallow boreholes in soil.
• Oversee a 2‑man drill crew for all drilling operations.
• Install instrumentation and monitoring wells.
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance on drilling equipment.
• Conduct basic 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 independently.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards; participate in pre‑task planning and report safety issues to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in drilling or related field.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within the first 30 days of employment.
• State‑specific driller/well installation licensure, if applicable.

• Experience in in‑situ test methods.
• Experience in instrumentation installation.
• Experience in barge drilling, angle drilling, and environmental drilling.
• Regional drilling licensure.
• Valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license.

Terracon is a 100% employee‑owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with over 7,000 employees across more than 180 locations in the United States. Established in 1965, the company specializes in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services and offers competitive compensation and benefits packages, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holiday pay, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Civil Engineering

Terracon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply. Terracon does not discriminate against any applicant or employee for race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or military status.