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Soil Testing, Inc

Laborer/Drill Rig Helper

Oxford, CT · On-site

$23 - $26/hr

Work as part of a 2-man crew to assist the Drill Rig Operator with Test Borings, Micro piles, and or Helical pile installations. * 95% of work is outdoors, is physically demanding, and you'll need to ...

Maxsim Traffic Logistics

Bore Rig Operator

Acampo, CA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Pre-drilling duties * Site preparation : Before drilling, the operator is responsible for positioning the rig and associated equipment, such as mud pumps and generators, at the correct location. In ...

Cogent Talent Solutions

Reverse Rig Operator

Fenton, MO · On-site

$68K - $87K/yr

Our client is looking for a Reverse Rig Operator to support their efforts in drilling and ... Drill potable water wells in unconsolidated formations using reverse rotary drilling methods ...

Cogent Talent Solutions

Reverse Rig Operator

Fenton, MO · On-site

$68K - $87K/yr

Our client is looking for a Reverse Rig Operator to support their efforts in drilling and ... Drill potable water wells in unconsolidated formations using reverse rotary drilling methods ...

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As of Jun 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee drill rig operator in the United States is $27.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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Infographic showing various Trainee Drill Rig Operator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,917 per year, or $27.8 per hour.

Directional Bore Rig Operator

Davis H Elliot Company, Inc.

Broken Arrow, OK

$21.25 - $26.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

For over seven decades investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and others have entrusted their electrical construction and maintenance needs to Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. (Elliot).

Elliot is a full-service electrical contractor specializing in overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, lighting, traffic signaling, utility locating and industrial/commercial services.

Job Description

The Bore Rig Operator requires experience with directional drilling or locating equipment on a drill rig for longer than six months, operating excavating equipment, drilling various types of soil - including rock, handling various types of pipe and PVC, and maintaining customer standards for installation no matter the circumstances. The Bore Rig Operator will also be expected to hand dig in various situations - including across located utilities, in highly congested areas, or in areas where equipment cannot access. They will also need to have knowledge of using a Vactron, and mixing bore mud products, or be willing to learn.

Qualifications

  • Experience with directional bore rigs and locating
  • Ability to effectively lead a crew
  • Willing to travel when necessary
  • Must have, or be eligible to obtain, a Class A CDL

Benefits/Culture

Today, we are listed among Engineering News-Records Top 150 Specialty Contracting firms. Our success is based on our customers' confidence in us; the loyalty, hard work and performance of our people; and the traditions with which Mr. Davis H. Elliot began the company in 1946. We understand that having the best team requires people being treated like family. Some of the benefits we offer our team includes:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance w/ additional Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401K w/ company match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program 
  • Paid Vacation 
  • Servant Leadership Training
  • Uniforms and PPE provided

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