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Driller/Exploration Team Member III

Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026
General Responsibilities:
***$1000 SIGN ON BONUS***
Exploration Team Members (ETMs) will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques. Drill methods may include auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring techniques. In-situ testing techniques may include cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing, and rock dilatometer testing. Work may also include the installation of instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells and inclinometers. Work as part of a multiple person team on projects. ETMs will perform daily tasks including survey and locate drilling points; conduct site reconnaissance; load/unload tooling, materials and samples; classify soil and rock samples; perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment, prepare internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT Logs) paperwork.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
  • The employee will be expected to perform the following tasks:
  • oDemonstrate an ability to problem solve and implement solutions on routine to moderately complex problems with guidance from management or other senior level ETMs. Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance boreholes to all depths required in their region.oOversee a 2 or 3 man drill crew in all tasks associated with drilling operations.oBe proficient in multiple drilling methods common to their region.oInstall instrumentation and monitoring wells.oPerform routine repairs and maintenance. oPerform surveying, site reconnaissance, and utility clearance tasks.oDrive all forms of drilling equipment to and from project locations.oInspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment.oAssist in project preparation and pre-task planning.
  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
  • Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 3-years' experience.
  • Proficient in geotechnical and/or environmental drilling methods.
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Many states require specific driller/well installation licensure. Where applicable, such licensure is required.
  • Required Qualifications:
  • Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days of employment.

  • Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

     

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