Senior Driller

About ECS

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 facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News‑Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News‑Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025).

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• Perform standard penetrometer testing operations including boring and Geoprobes.
• Operate Geoprobe unit for the collection of soil and Cone Penetrometer (CPT) data.
• Complete drilling operations: operate drill (rotary, churn, and pneumatic), monitor progress, adjust bit weight and rotary speed, change bit, remove debris, set explosives, and operate gasoline, diesel, electric, or stream draw works.
• Locate borings in the field.
• Record all required drilling data.
• Report project‑specific issues directly to the project manager and/or supervisor.
• Perform drill rig and support truck maintenance; report all repair and maintenance issues to the Drilling Supervisor.
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems, including electrical or hydraulic issues.
• Safely and accurately load drill rig and support vehicle each day with required supplies.
• Plan daily schedule to meet productivity goals set by the Drilling Supervisor and/or Office Manager.
• Promptly and accurately complete time sheets and field paperwork.
• Care for and clean assigned company vehicles, drilling equipment, and other assigned equipment.
• Maintain professional behavior and quality standards.
• Train and mentor Drilling Helper and Drillers.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and environmentally sound work environment by following organizational standards and legal regulations; prevent spillage; wear personal protective equipment; store and maintain hazardous material.
• Demonstrate willingness to work out of town and on non‑standard work schedules when required.

• High School diploma or GED.
• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience.
• Class A CDL preferred.
• Ability to carry 40–70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lift 85 lbs to waist height.

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Science and Consulting
• Industries:
  Civil Engineering

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