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How much do foundation drilling jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for foundation drilling in the United States is $41.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.38 and $44.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is foundation drilling?

A foundation drilling job involves operating heavy equipment to drill deep holes for building foundations, bridges, and other structures. Workers use specialized rigs to bore into soil and rock, ensuring stability for construction projects. Responsibilities often include reading blueprints, setting up drilling rigs, and monitoring safety procedures. This job requires physical strength, mechanical skills, and knowledge of soil conditions. It is essential in construction, providing strong foundations for long-lasting structures.

What are common challenges faced in foundation drilling?

Working in Foundation Drilling often involves operating in diverse soil conditions, encountering unexpected underground obstacles, and adapting to varying weather or site environments. Safety is a key consideration, as the job includes handling heavy machinery and coordinating closely with other construction professionals. Problem-solving skills are frequently needed to adjust drilling methods or equipment in response to subsurface surprises or technical issues. By staying safety-focused and adaptable, those in the role can successfully navigate these challenges while contributing essential groundwork for larger construction projects.

What skills and qualifications are needed for foundation drilling?

To thrive in Foundation Drilling, you need strong mechanical aptitude, experience with heavy machinery, knowledge of soil and site analysis, and a high school diploma or equivalent—often supplemented with relevant trade certifications. Proficiency in operating drilling rigs, understanding geotechnical instruments, and holding safety certifications like OSHA are commonly required. Effective teamwork, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills help individuals excel in this demanding field. These skills are essential to ensuring safe, precise, and efficient drilling operations that form the basis for stable construction projects.

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Infographic showing various Foundation Drilling job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $86,248 per year, or $41.5 per hour.

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Description

International Drilling Equipment is seeking a Service Center Shop Lead to join our team.


The Service Center Shop Lead plays a crucial role. leading daily service execution, directing and managing mechanics, enforcing service quality and safety standards, and ensuring work is completed correctly and efficiently while ensuring that all work leaving the service center meets company standards.


IDE provides high-quality foundation equipment and drill rigs, backed up by client education and ongoing equipment servicing. We are a growing, family-owned business that prides itself on attracting and retaining the best people in the foundation drilling industry. Whether your specialty is equipment sales, equipment service and maintenance, management, or administration, we want to help you achieve success with IDE. Our people and our company are as dependable as our foundation drilling equipment. At IDE, we drill deeper and work harder. 


Our Mission: We consistently deliver the best products and find smart solutions for every customer, working to support a smarter, safer, and more efficient industry as a whole.


Our values: We set the PACE. Performance ~ Adaptability ~Customer Centric ~ Expertise


Core Accountability

  • Own daily work execution in the service center 
  • Daily priority and resource assignment alignment with District Service Manager.
  • Assign work to mechanics based on skill, complexity, and priority. 
  • Conduct daily start of shift huddles. 
  • Monitor progress and adjust assignments as conditions change


Quality Control & Technical Authority

  • Serve as the final quality authority for all repair and service work. 
  • Perform in process and final inspections. 
  • Ensure repairs meet OEM specifications and internal standards. 
  • Stop work immediately if quality or safety is compromised. 


Mechanical Leadership & Development

  • Lead, coach, and manage the team of mechanics. 
  • Reinforce accountability, workmanship, and professionalism. 
  • Mentor technicians on diagnostics and repair standards. 
  • Identify skills gaps and escalate training needs. 


Process Improvement & Compliance

  • Standardize shop workflows and implement best practices for scheduling, documentation, and quality control.
  • Monitor and enforce safety protocols, PPE usage, and OSHA compliance in shop, yard, and warehouse areas.
  • Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.


Shop Discipline, Safety & Organization

  • Maintain an organized, clean, and safe shop environment. 
  • Ensure tools, equipment, and WIP assets are controlled and staged correctly. 
  • Always enforce safety and housekeeping standards. 


Issue Escalation & Coordination

  • Escalation of issues early when:  
  • Unexpected damage is found
  • Parts delays impact delivery
  • Scope changes affect timelines. 
  • Coordinate with the Service District Manager and Service Advisor. 


Education & Experience

  • Related field experience in technical and service centers.
  • Experience managing shop operations, field service coordination, or similar environments preferred.


Work Hours and Environment:

  • Working hours are M-F 9am to 5:30pm 
  • Work Environment is in a shop that can be exposed to weather and elements according to the season
  • This position reports to the Nazareth, PA, location


Benefits:

IDE offers a competitive benefits package for full-time employees. You will be eligible to enroll after 90 days of employment. This package includes health/vision/dental insurance, 401K with matching, and paid company holidays and paid PTO/sick time. More information about our benefits will be provided in the offer letter.


IDE does not ask for processing fees or payments of any kind. Additionally, we will not ask for personal information (e.g., SSN or bank information) before the hiring is confirmed and an offer letter is signed.


Learn more about us at: http://www.idedrills.com