Soil Sampling Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Audubon is currently seeking a Cathodic Protection Driller to join our team. The Cathodic Protection Driller is responsible for performing specialized drilling operations to support the installation, maintenance, and rehabilitation of cathodic protection systems for pipelines, storage tanks, utilities, and industrial infrastructure. This role operates drilling equipment to construct deep anode beds, shallow groundbeds, grounding wells, and related boreholes in accordance with engineering specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The CP Driller works closely with CP technicians, engineers, and field crews to ensure high quality, safe, and efficient project execution.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains a safe, secure and healthy environment by adhering to Company and Customer safety standards and procedures
• Operate drilling rigs and support equipment to construct boreholes for deep anode beds, shallow groundbeds, grounding wells, and CP test stations.
• Interpret drilling plans, CP system designs, and engineering drawings to ensure boreholes meet required depth, diameter, and alignment.
• Perform soil sampling, logging, and resistivity observations during drilling to support CP design adjustments.
• Install anodes, vent pipes, backfill materials (e.g., coke breeze), and sealants according to CP specifications.
• Conduct pre job equipment inspections, routine maintenance, and minor repairs on drilling equipment.
• Coordinate with CP crews to ensure proper placement of anodes, cabling, and backfill during installation.
• Maintain accurate drilling logs, daily reports, and documentation of borehole conditions and installation details.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, environmental regulations, and company policies.
• Manage site setup, rig mobilization/demobilization, and safe operation in varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Identify subsurface hazards and adjust drilling methods to maintain safety and borehole integrity.
• Support troubleshooting of borehole issues such as collapse, fluid loss, or obstructions.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, engineers, clients, and field personnel regarding progress and challenges.
• Operate drilling rigs and support equipment to construct boreholes for deep anode beds, shallow ground beds, grounding wells, and CP test stations.
• Interpret drilling plans, CP system designs, and engineering drawings to ensure boreholes meet required depth, diameter, and alignment.
• Perform soil sampling, logging, and resistivity observations during drilling to support CP design adjustments.
• Install anodes, vent pipes, backfill materials (e.g., coke breeze), and sealants according to CP specifications.
• Conduct pre job equipment inspections, routine maintenance, and minor repairs on drilling equipment.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience operating drilling rigs (e.g., auger, mud rotary, air rotary) in construction, geotechnical, environmental, or utility settings.
• Knowledge of drilling methods applicable to CP installations, including deep anode bed construction.
• Understanding of CP system components such as anodes, vent pipes, backfill materials, and grounding systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, borehole logs, and CP installation plans.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment maintenance.
• Valid driver's license; Class A Commercial Driver License
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, work outdoors, and travel to project sites as required.
• Commitment to safe work practices and adherence to OSHA and company safety standards.
• Skills and Abilities:
• Skilled in drilling operations, equipment handling, and borehole construction.
• Consistently applies safe work practices and hazard mitigation.
• Customer communication skills required
• Able to adapt drilling methods to changing subsurface conditions.
• Eligible to work in the U.S., without sponsorship
• Works effectively with CP technicians, engineers, and field crew
• Dependable, punctual, and able to manage field tasks with minimal supervision.
• 80% Travel

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