Driller Assistant​/Exploration Team Member

Exploration Team Member (ETM) – Entry Level – Full‑time

• Perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in‑situ testing techniques (e.g., auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, diamond bit coring).
• Conduct in‑situ testing techniques such as cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing, and rock dilatometer testing.
• Install instrumentation including piezometers, monitor wells, and inclinometers.
• Work as part of a multi‑person team on projects.
• Survey and locate drilling points, conduct site reconnaissance, and load/unload tooling, materials, and samples.
• Classify soil and rock samples and log field data.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment.
• Prepare internal daily field forms and external DOT logs.
• Drive a medium‑duty truck and its trailer.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards; participate in pre‑task planning and report safety concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior experience required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Ability to obtain a DOT medical card within the first 30 days of employment.

• Experience in diesel mechanics, welding, fabrication, heavy equipment operation, or construction.
• Valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license.

Terracon is a 100 % employee‑owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with more than 7,000 professionals located in over 180 offices nationwide. Founded in 1965, the company specializes in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services, and provides a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, education reimbursement, and bonus programs.

Terracon is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage qualified minorities, females, veterans, and disabled candidates to apply. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or military status.