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Trainee Drill Rig Operator Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Valley Well Drilling, LLC

Water Well Driller

Denver, CO · On-site

$55K - $100K/yr

Oahu and Kauai Pay: ($55,000 - $100,000 per year) based on experience Overview We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Drill Rig Operator to join our team in the water well industry located in Hawaii.

Mears Group, Inc.

DRILL OPERATOR

Henderson, CO · On-site

$36 - $38/hr

HORIZONTAL DIRECTIONAL DRILL OPERATOR We are looking to hire a Horizontal Directional Drill ... Safely operate the HDD rig and associated drilling equipment according to project specifications ...

Mears Construction

HDD Drill Operators

Henderson, CO · On-site

$30 - $36/hr

HORIZONTAL DIRECTIONAL DRILL OPERATOR We are looking to hire a Horizontal Directional Drill ... Safely operate the HDD rig and associated drilling equipment according to project specifications ...

Helmerich Payne

Rig-Mechanic

Grand Junction, CO

$25 - $34.50/hr

... in servicing drilling machinery and equipment * The worker must have proper legal authorization to work in the country where the rig is operating * Steel-toe work boots * Passport ...

Patterson-UTI

Field Maintenance Tech PDC

Fruita, CO · On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) * Ability ...

Patterson-UTI

Field Maintenance Tech PDC

Fruita, CO

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) * Ability ...

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What is the difference between Trainee Drill Rig Operator vs Drilling Technician?

AspectTrainee Drill Rig OperatorDrilling Technician
CertificationsBasic safety and operation certificationsAdvanced certifications in drilling technology
Work EnvironmentOn-site at drilling locations, learning on the jobOn-site and maintenance roles, supporting drilling operations
Job FocusLearning to operate drilling equipmentMaintaining and troubleshooting drilling machinery

The main difference is that a Trainee Drill Rig Operator is in training to operate drilling equipment, focusing on learning and gaining experience. A Drilling Technician has more technical responsibilities, including maintenance and troubleshooting, often requiring additional certifications. Both roles are essential in drilling operations but differ in experience level and job focus.

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Drill Rig Operator

Hydro Resources Holdings

Fort Lupton, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Drill Rig Operator

Driller for irrigation, commercial, industrial, and municipal water wells.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the safe and accurate set up of rig and all equipment.
  • Operate drilling rig and associated equipment to drill commercial and industrial water wells, install well heads, well screen, casing, gravel pack and cement grout, and other well fixtures.
  • Document geological formations encountered.
  • Clean and disinfect water wells in preparation for use.
  • Perform routine mechanical maintenance work on drilling rig and equipment.
  • Maintenance of rigs.
  • Must report any and all unsafe conditions.
  • Expected to engage in the safety process and report to Supervisor any time a situation is deemed unsafe.
  • To support / encourage others to help develop a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Supervision and training of crews for underground projects.
  • Client contact on job sites.
  • Operation and maintenance of all pump division equipment, including video van, sonar jet operations, testing and testing equipment and cranes.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Knowledge of types of casing.
  • Knowledge of drill string.
  • Knowledge of thread types.
  • Knowledge of working derricks and drill floor.
  • Ability to travel.
  • Requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.
  • Clean driving record.
  • CDL preferable.
  • Knowledge of Well Control systems and methods – current well control certification desired.

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled, E-Verify Employer

As part of the pre-employment hiring process at Hydro Resources - Rocky Mountain, all candidates will be required to successfully complete background check, drug screening, and a functional employment assessment to determine physical ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position.

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