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Drilling Rig Operator

Tetra Tech is adding a Drilling Rig Operator to our Landfill Gas Drilling team.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Our Landfill Gas Drilling division offers a unique work environment that specializes in a wide variety of projects where we are drilling for natural gas on landfills, installing new wells to collect the gas, fusing and welding HDPE pipe, and assemble PVC/CPVC casing.

• Be punctual on all days work is assigned.
• Drilling and completion on construction of new gas well to design specifications.
• $75/day per diem for meals and incidentals.
• Stay in company provided lodging.
• Understand environmental and health and safety regulations and perform work in a competent manner in accordance with the regulations.
• Operate a Soilmec drill rig.
• Supervise a crew of 2-4 employees.
• Train and mentor new employees.
• Perform system construction activities in a safely and proper manner.
• Repair and maintain vehicles and equipment as required by following basic inspection procedures.
• Perform maintenance on system components to ensure or restore proper operation and compliance.
• Work with and around heavy construction equipment and excavations on landfills (all Equipment Operators are expected to be experienced, safe, and efficient operators of heavy construction equipment).
• Maintain, clean, and organize equipment and supplies.
• Complete project related paperwork neatly, timely, and accurately including but not limited to timesheets, dallies, expense reports, etc.
• Provide an aggressive and proactive approach to client needs.
• Effectively communicate with clients and peers.
• Perform additional duties as required.
• Drill rig operating experience and good working knowledge of the drill rig and the drilling process. Preferably Soilmec.
• Good working knowledge of heavy construction equipment (excavators, dozers, road trucks), survey equipment, pipe fusion equipment & techniques, compacting and materials handling equipment.
• Diagnose, assess, and repair mechanical failure in a broad range of drill rigs, vehicles, and auxiliary equipment.
• HDPE Pipe fusion fitting experience.
• Familiar with or able to become familiar with general landfill gas and leachate collection system, construction techniques and components.
• Landfill or refuse collection experience.
• Proficient in the use of the PC, specifically with the Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Lift a minimum of 50 pounds on a non-consistent basis.
• Climb, bend, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Walk long distances, up and down steeply sloped landfills (1:1, 2:1, and 3:1) and outdoor terrain.
• Frequently lift or carry containers, poly pipe, carry loose materials to truck.

• Work in variable conditions including extreme (hot and cold) weather safely.

• Travel for extended periods, as necessary, up to 6 weeks (80% of the year away from home). Typically, on rotation every 5-6 weeks.
• Must be available to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
• A background investigation if required. Please note that this investigation requires your consent and cooperation.
• This offer is also contingent on valid proof of completed OSHA 10 Hour Construction certificate as defined by Tetra Tech.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Pay commensurate with experience.

A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is 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. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.