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Tetra Tech, Inc.

Driller Trainee - Fort Myers

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

DRILLER TRAINEE Our Fort Myer's office has an opportunity available for a Driller Trainee. A ... samples of drilled cuttings to be analyzed. * Clean and maintain equipment. * Help move drilling ...

Tetra Tech

Driller Trainee - Fort Myers

Fort Myers, FL

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

DRILLER TRAINEE Our Fort Myer's office has an opportunity available for a Driller Trainee. A ... samples of drilled cuttings to be analyzed. * Clean and maintain equipment. * Help move drilling ...

Tetra Tech

Driller Trainee - Fort Myers

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

DRILLER TRAINEE Our Fort Myer's office has an opportunity available for a Driller Trainee. A ... samples of drilled cuttings to be analyzed. * Clean and maintain equipment. * Help move drilling ...

Timberline Drilling

Driller

Kellogg, ID

$21 - $28.50/hr

We are seeking dedicated individuals to help us provide top-tier core drilling services for both ... Sample Processing: Lead and participate in the shipping of samples from the drill site to the ...

Timberline Drilling

Driller

Virginia, MN

$22 - $30/hr

We are seeking dedicated individuals to help us provide top-tier core drilling services for both ... Sample Processing: Lead and participate in the shipping of samples from the drill site to the ...

Timberline Drilling

Driller

Elko, NV

$22.25 - $30.25/hr

We are seeking dedicated individuals to help us provide top-tier core drilling services for both ... Sample Processing: Lead and participate in the shipping of samples from the drill site to the ...

Timberline Drilling

Driller

Juneau, AK

$24.25 - $33/hr

We are seeking dedicated individuals to help us provide top-tier core drilling services for both ... Sample Processing: Lead and participate in the shipping of samples from the drill site to the ...

Timberline Drilling Inc.

Driller

Elko, NV · Remote

$23.50 - $32/hr

We are seeking dedicated individuals to help us provide top-tier core drilling services for both ... Sample Processing: Lead and participate in the shipping of samples from the drill site to the ...

Timberline Drilling Inc.

Driller

Virginia, MN · Remote

$23.50 - $32/hr

We are seeking dedicated individuals to help us provide top-tier core drilling services for both ... Sample Processing: Lead and participate in the shipping of samples from the drill site to the ...

Timberline Drilling Inc.

Driller

Kellogg, ID · On-site

We are seeking dedicated individuals to help us provide top-tier core drilling services for both ... Sample Processing: Lead and participate in the shipping of samples from the drill site to the ...

Timberline Drilling Inc.

Driller

Juneau, AK · On-site

$24.25 - $33/hr

We are seeking dedicated individuals to help us provide top-tier core drilling services for both ... Sample Processing: Lead and participate in the shipping of samples from the drill site to the ...

Timberline Drilling Inc.

Driller

Elko, NV · On-site

$22.25 - $30.25/hr

We are seeking dedicated individuals to help us provide top-tier core drilling services for both ... Sample Processing: Lead and participate in the shipping of samples from the drill site to the ...

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How much do trainee core sample drilling jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee core sample drilling in the United States is $21.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Core Sample Drilling vs Geotechnical Technician?

AspectTrainee Core Sample DrillingGeotechnical Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, technical certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentOutdoor drilling sites, construction areasField sites, laboratory settings, construction zones
Industry UsageMining, mineral exploration, geological surveysConstruction, civil engineering, geotechnical investigations
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Both roles involve fieldwork in geological environments, but Trainee Core Sample Drilling focuses on operating drilling equipment to extract core samples, while Geotechnical Technicians analyze soil and rock properties for engineering projects. Trainee roles typically require less formal certification and serve as entry points into the industry.

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Driller Trainee - West Palm Beach

Driller Trainee - West Palm Beach

Tetra Tech, Inc.

West Palm Beach, FL • On-site

$22.25 - $30.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Tetra Tech rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

406th of 443 rated engineering

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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