Driller; Air, Mud, Water Well, Geothermal Haven, CT; Northeast Region Rock Tavern, NY

Driller (Air, Mud, Water Well, Geothermal)

New Haven, CT;
Northeast Region (USA);
Rock Tavern, NY

At Brightcore Energy, we specialize in turn‑key solutions that simplify the clean energy journey for large commercial and industrial clients. From planning and design to implementation and ongoing support, we streamline project timelines, reduce costs, and eliminate scope gaps.

Summary/Primary Role: This role involves mobilizing drilling equipment for commercial job sites, performing geothermal drilling methods, and installing test wells for feasibility studies with the Geothermal team. You will ensure project safety, organization, and security, cross‑train, operate and maintain drill rigs, and oversee site safety for the drilling crew.

• Mobilize drilling equipment in urban and suburban environments.
• Perform geotechnical and environmental drilling methods.
• Install test wells and conduct feasibility studies with the Geothermal team.
• Operate and care for drill rigs, machines, and other equipment as needed.
• Maintain project safety, organization, and security of all equipment and personnel.
• Stand, bend, and work outside in all weather conditions; lift and move up to 80 lbs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Active Driller’s License (strongly preferred).
• Active CDL (strongly preferred).
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• OSHA 30, SST card, and flagger certification (strongly preferred).
• 5+ years of construction and/or drilling experience; NGWA certification preferred.
• Experience with geothermal heat pumps.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

Expected Hours of Work: Minimum 40 hours per week. Overtime eligibility for work over 40 hours.

Travel Requirements:

• 100% travel required in the greater Northeast Region (CT, MA, NY, ME, VT, NH, NJ, MD).
• Must be willing to work weekdays, scheduled Saturdays, and accommodate overnight stays as needed.

Physical Demands: Safety‑sensitive position; required standing, bending, lifting, and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Drug & Alcohol‑Free Workplace: Brightcore Energy is committed to a workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All positions require a pre‑employment background check and drug screening.

Office/Remote/Field Work: We offer structured work arrangements, including remote, hybrid, and field‑based assignments. Role‑dependent guidelines are established by the organization’s needs.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) plans with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 3% and $0.50 match on the next 2%.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Financial wellness benefits and concierge program.
• EAP and disability, life, and legal benefits.
• Access to marketplace discounts.

Brightcore Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.