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Trainee Rig Move Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Driller Trainee - Orlando

Orlando, FL · On-site

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

The trainee will help move, set up and operate drill rigs and related equipment to drill test holes ... Label sample containers as directed * Assist driller in maintenance and repairs to drill rig

Driller Trainee - Orlando

Orlando, FL · On-site

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

The trainee will help move, set up and operate drill rigs and related equipment to drill test holes ... Label sample containers as directed * Assist driller in maintenance and repairs to drill rig

Driller Trainee - Orlando

Orlando, FL · On-site

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

The trainee will help move, set up and operate drill rigs and related equipment to drill test holes ... Label sample containers as directed * Assist driller in maintenance and repairs to drill rig

Driller Trainee - Miami

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$20.75 - $28.25/hr

DRILLER TRAINEE Our Miami office has an opportunity available for a Driller Trainee. A driller ... Help move drilling rig and equipment from site to site and set up. * Dig and clean mud pits and ...

Driller Trainee - Miami

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$20.75 - $28.25/hr

DRILLER TRAINEE Our Miami office has an opportunity available for a Driller Trainee. A driller ... Help move drilling rig and equipment from site to site and set up. * Dig and clean mud pits and ...

DRILLER TRAINEE Our Miami office has an opportunity available for a Driller Trainee. A driller ... Help move drilling rig and equipment from site to site and set up. * Dig and clean mud pits and ...

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 ... Help move drilling rig and equipment from site to site and set up. * Dig and clean mud pits and ...

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 ... Help move drilling rig and equipment from site to site and set up. * Dig and clean mud pits and ...

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 ... Help move drilling rig and equipment from site to site and set up. * Dig and clean mud pits and ...

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What is the difference between Trainee Rig Move vs Rig Move Technician?

AspectTrainee Rig MoveRig Move Technician
CertificationsBasic safety and rigging certificationsAdvanced rigging and equipment operation certifications
Work EnvironmentTraining sites, on-the-job learningActive rig move sites, operational environments
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting, learning rig move proceduresExecuting rig moves, operating equipment

The main difference between a Trainee Rig Move and a Rig Move Technician is experience and responsibility level. Trainee Rig Moves are in training, assisting with supervision, while Rig Move Technicians are experienced professionals responsible for executing rig moves independently. Both roles require safety certifications and work in similar environments, but the technician role involves more hands-on operation and decision-making.

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Driller Trainee - Orlando

Driller Trainee - Orlando

Tetra Tech

Orlando, FL • On-site

$21.50 - $29.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Tetra Tech rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

329th of 351 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 Orlando 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. 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.  However, safety in our work is an uncompromised value and we are proud of our safety record.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ability to lift drill steel and materials weighing up to 80 lbs.

  • Label sample containers as directed

  • Assist driller in maintenance and repairs to drill rig

  • Performs duties at multiple job sites

  • 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 test hole

  • Obtain samples of the soil for analysis

  • Assist in installing monitoring well casing and screens

  • Clean and maintain equipment

  • Help move drilling rigs and equipment from site to site, set up on the new site

  • 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

  • Carry out minor maintenance and repairs, including lubrication and cleaning

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the crew chief

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience preferred, but will train

  • Mechanical skills preferred

  • Class A or Class B CDL license a plus

  • Must be able to obtain DOT Medical Examiners Certificate or have current certificate prior to employment

  • Must pass company background checks including drug screen

  • Must have acceptable driving record within company standards

  • Local candidates preferred; no relocation.

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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Additional Information
  • Organization: 113 AAI

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