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Tetra Tech

Driller Assistant - Tampa

Tampa, FL · On-site

... engineering consulting firms in the Southeastern U.S. Ardaman has the following opportunity ... Dig and clean mud pits and drains. * Assist with well development and pumping tests. * Operate ...

Tetra Tech, Inc.

Driller Assistant - Tampa

Tampa, FL · On-site

... engineering consulting firms in the Southeastern U.S. Ardaman has the following opportunity ... Dig and clean mud pits and drains. * Assist with well development and pumping tests. * Operate ...

American Eagle Distributing Company

PIPELAYER

Jupiter, FL · On-site

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

American Engineering seeking for an experience pipelayer to join our team! Safely and accurately ... Mud work for structures. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all ...

Tetra Tech

Driller Assistant - Tampa

Tampa, FL · On-site

... engineering consulting firms in the Southeastern U.S. Ardaman has the following opportunity ... Dig and clean mud pits and drains. * Assist with well development and pumping tests. * Operate ...

Tetra Tech

Driller Assistant - Tampa

Tampa, FL

... engineering consulting firms in the Southeastern U.S. Ardaman has the following opportunity ... Dig and clean mud pits and drains. * Assist with well development and pumping tests. * Operate ...

Tetra Tech

Driller Assistant - Sarasota

Sarasota, FL

... engineering consulting firms in the Southeastern U.S. Ardaman has the following opportunity ... Dig and clean mud pits and drains. * Assist with well development and pumping tests. * Operate ...

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Tetra Tech

Driller Assistant - Tampa

Tampa, FL · On-site

... engineering consulting firms in the Southeastern U.S. Ardaman has the following opportunity ... Dig and clean mud pits and drains. * Assist with well development and pumping tests. * Operate ...

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How much do mud engineering jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for mud engineering in Florida is $23.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a mud engineer?

To thrive as a Mud Engineer, you need a solid understanding of drilling fluid chemistry, geology, and fluid dynamics, usually supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with drilling mud testing equipment, fluid analysis software, and certification in well control are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills in this role. These abilities are crucial for ensuring safe drilling operations, minimizing risks, and delivering cost-effective wellbore solutions.

What is a mud engineer?

A Mud Engineering job involves managing and maintaining the drilling fluid (mud) used in oil and gas well operations. Mud engineers ensure that the drilling fluid has the right properties to optimize drilling efficiency, control pressure, and remove cuttings. They monitor and adjust the mud composition based on well conditions to prevent issues like wellbore instability or equipment damage. Their role is critical in maintaining safety, reducing costs, and improving overall drilling performance.

What are the typical working conditions and schedule for a mud engineer?

Mud Engineers often work on oil and gas drilling sites, which can include onshore rigs or offshore platforms, and shifts usually involve extended hours with rotation schedules such as two weeks on, two weeks off. The work environment may require long periods away from home in remote locations and demands strict adherence to safety protocols. Mud Engineers regularly interact with drilling crews, geologists, and company representatives to monitor fluid systems and solve operational challenges. Despite the demanding schedule, the role offers unique opportunities for hands-on experience and skill development in the field, often leading to career advancement within drilling and petroleum engineering.

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Driller Trainee - West Palm Beach

Tetra Tech

West Palm Beach, FL

$22.25 - $30.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Tetra Tech rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Like working outdoors?  Want an entry level position with FULL BENEFITS that could lead to a career in test drilling? 

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. is one of the largest geotechnical, materials testing, and environmental engineering consulting firms in the Southeastern U.S. Ardaman has the following opportunity available:


DRILLER TRAINEE

Our West Palm Beach office has an opportunity available for a Driller Trainee.

A driller trainee will assist the crew chief in solid auger and rotary drilling techniques. The trainee will help move, set up and operate drill rigs and related equipment to drill test holes for geotechnical engineering studies. The driller trainee would gain experience and advance to a crew chief position as soon as the position is available, which is anticipated.  Site investigation/geotechnical drilling is done to determine the soil characteristics on sites to be developed as building, roadways and bridges. Work is outdoors. The work is generally physically demanding. The driller trainee must pass a physical exam.  However, safety in our work is an uncompromised value and we are proud of our safety record.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist in drilling operations and train to become a crew chief.
  • Expedite field supplies.
  • Perform duties at multiple job sites.
  • Perform yard duties at direction of supervisor.
  • Assist in measuring test boring locations
  • Load and unload trucks.
  • Smoothly and quickly connect and disconnect the lower parts of the drill pipe when it is being lowered into and raised from the hole.
  • Catch samples of drilled cuttings to be analyzed.
  • Clean and maintain equipment.
  • Help move drilling rig and equipment from site to site and set up.
  • Dig and clean mud pits and drains.
  • Assist with well development and pumping tests.
  • Operate equipment such as pumps for air, water and mud, and equipment and tools used to correct problems in drilled holes caused by mechanical breakdowns or by harmful natural conditions.
  • Carry out minor maintenance and repairs, including lubrication and cleaning.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience preferred, but will train

  • Mechanical skills preferred

  • Class A or Class B CDL license a plus

  • Must pass a physical exam and be able to obtain DOT Medical Examiners Certificate or have current certificate prior to employment

  • Available to work overtime, out of town, and weekends as required to meet client schedules

  • Ability to routinely lift drill steel and materials weighing up to 80 lbs.

  • Must pass company background checks including drug screen

  • Must have acceptable driving record within company standards

  • Local candidates preferred; no relocation assistance provided.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and much more.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ardaman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech, who is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Ardaman is a Drug Free Workplace.

We invite applications from all interested parties.  No agencies.

Learn about Ardaman and explore our open positions at www.ardaman.com

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