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Azolla Ventures

Drilling Site Manager

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

You will work closely with the Drilling Superintendent and engineering staff, escalating issues and providing accurate daily reports. Key Responsibilities * Lead daily rig activities and supervise ...

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Zanskar

Drilling Site Manager

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

You will work closely with the Drilling Superintendent and engineering staff, escalating issues and providing accurate daily reports. Key Responsibilities * Lead daily rig activities and supervise ...

Azolla Ventures

$100 - $125/hr

You will work closely with the Drilling Superintendent and engineering staff, escalating issues and providing accurate daily reports. Key Responsibilities * Lead daily rig activities and supervise ...

New

Zanskar

Drilling Site Manager

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

You will work closely with the Drilling Superintendent and engineering staff, escalating issues and providing accurate daily reports. Key Responsibilities * Lead daily rig activities and supervise ...

Zanskar

Drilling Site Manager

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

You will work closely with the Drilling Superintendent and engineering staff, escalating issues and providing accurate daily reports. Key Responsibilities * Lead daily rig activities and supervise ...

NABORS

WTX - DRILLER I

Odessa, TX

$23.25 - $31.50/hr

By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data ... Previous rig experience as a Floorhand, Motorhand and/or Derrickhand for Nabors Drilling or 1 year ...

NABORS

NORTH DAKOTA DRILLER I

Williston, ND · On-site

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data ... Previous rig experience as a Floorhand, Motorhand and/or Derrickhand for Nabors Drilling or 1 year ...

Nabors Industries Limited

WTX - DRILLER I

Odessa, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

Knowledge of Drilling rig equipment capacity and functionality including but not limited to Canrig ... By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data ...

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Drilling Site Manager

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Azolla Ventures
Investment Clubs and Venture Capital Companies • 1 - 10 employees
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$100 - $125/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Role Overview

Title: Drill Site Manager

Hours: Full Time; Salaried

Location: Rotational; 50% on-site

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Leader: Drilling Superintendent

Mission – Why we exist and why we need you

Geothermal energy is a massive renewable energy resource sitting below our feet. There is 2,300 times more energy in geothermal heat in the ground than in oil, gas, coal, and methane combined. At Zanskar, we’re using better technology to find and develop new geothermal resources in order to make geothermal a cheap and vital contributor to a carbon-free electrical grid.

Outcomes - Problems you'll solve

As a Drill Site Manager, you will be the on-site lead for a single drilling rig, executing the approved drilling program, supervising the crew, and ensuring safe, efficient progress each shift. You will work closely with the Drilling Superintendent and engineering staff, escalating issues and providing accurate daily reports.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead daily rig activities and supervise drilling crews to deliver the well plan safely and on schedule.
  • Enforce HSE and regulatory requirements; conduct pre-shift safety meetings and ensure proper permits are in place.
  • Monitor drilling parameters (MSE, ROP, WOB, mud properties, etc.) and adjust within program guidelines; promptly communicate variances to the Drilling Superintendent.
  • Coordinate on-site logistics—materials, consumables, and service personnel—to minimize non-productive time.
  • Maintain rig equipment readiness by scheduling routine inspections and first-line maintenance; initiate work orders for more complex repairs.
  • Generate accurate daily reports (operations, costs, and HSE) and participate in after-action reviews.
  • Mentor and train crew members on safe work practices and basic drilling procedures.
  • Support continuous improvement by suggesting practical efficiency or safety enhancements observed in the field.
Competencies – What we're looking for
  • 5+ years of drilling experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory driller role on a drilling rig or equivalent work.
  • Working knowledge of rotary drilling equipment, directional drilling, cementing, drilling fluids, and well control fundamentals.
  • Ability to travel and work extended field rotations (e.g., 14 on/14 off or 14 on/7 off as operations dictate).
  • Proven track record of maintaining a safe work environment and following standard operating procedures.
  • Strong communication and basic computer skills for daily reporting (Google Workspace or similar).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Geothermal drilling and flow testing background.
  • Training in performance drilling using MSE
  • Familiarity with preventative maintenance programs and basic rig troubleshooting.
General Field Requirements
  • At least 18 years old, eligible to work in the U.S., and possess a valid driver’s license with no major infractions in the past three years.
  • Commit to personal and team safety, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather, lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs, bending, kneeling, and standing for long periods.
  • Able to navigate remote locations with GPS and follow company communication protocols.
Benefits
  • Paid holidays
  • 18 days PTO + PTO accrual increase based on tenure
  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • Short term and long term disability
  • Equity Packages
  • 401k with matching
  • Paid Parental Leave
Equal Opportunity Employer

Zanskar is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practice laws.

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