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Drill Rig Operator

Hydro Resources Holding
Lupton, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 12/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2026
 
 
Drill Rig Operator

Summary: 

Driller for irrigation, commercial, industrial, and municipal water wells.


Responsibilities: 

  • Responsible for the safe and accurate set up of rig and all equipment.
  • Operate drilling rig and associated equipment to drill commercial and industrial water wells, install well heads, well screen, casing, gravel pack and cement grout, and other well fixtures.
  • Document geological formations encountered.
  • Clean and disinfect water wells in preparation for use.
  • Perform routine mechanical maintenance work on drilling rig and equipment.
  • Maintenance of rigs.
  • Must report any and all unsafe conditions.
  • Expected to engage in the safety process and report to Supervisor any time a situation is deemed unsafe.
  • To support / encourage others to help develop a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Supervision and training of crews for underground projects.
  • Client contact on job sites.
  • Operation and maintenance of all pump division equipment, including video van, sonar jet operations, testing and testing equipment and cranes.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 


Requirements 

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Knowledge of types of casing.
  • Knowledge of drill string.
  • Knowledge of thread types.
  • Knowledge of working derricks and drill floor.
  • Ability to travel.
  • Requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.
  • Clean driving record.
  • CDL preferable.
  • Knowledge of Well Control systems and methods – current well control certification desired.


Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled, E-Verify Employer

As part of the pre-employment hiring process at Hydro Resources - Rocky Mountain, all candidates will be required to successfully complete background check, drug screening, and a functional employment assessment to determine physical ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position.

External Company URL: Hydro Resources | Groundwater Exploration and Production  (https://hydroresources.com/)

Salary : $20 - $34

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