Micropile Driller

Micropile Driller

$28 - $38 per hour | Yorkana, PA | On-site | Consulting

Micropile Driller | Comacchio Equipment | $28-$38/hr + Travel/Per Diem | Specialty Geotechnical Contractor

A bit about us:

We are an established specialty geotechnical and heavy civil contractor performing complex foundation and earth-retention work throughout the Mid-Atlantic and surrounding regions. Our teams self-perform specialty drilling and foundation scopes including micropiles, tiebacks, soil nails, deep foundations, earth retention, and ground stabilization.

We’re looking for experienced field professionals who know specialty drilling equipment, understand challenging subsurface conditions, and take pride in safely operating equipment and getting production out of their crews.

Why join us?

Competitive hourly pay + overtime opportunities

Per diem for qualifying travel

Work on challenging micropile, tieback, soil nail, and specialty foundation projects

Operate specialized small-diameter drilling equipment

Long-term, full-time opportunity with an established heavy civil/geotechnical contractor

Work alongside experienced drilling and field crews

Variety of projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic and surrounding regions

Opportunity to bring both your equipment expertise and field leadership to the team

Job Details

Job Details

Bring your drilling expertise to challenging foundation projects as a Consulting Micropile Driller in the construction industry. This hands-on opportunity is ideal for a safety-focused professional who enjoys working with specialized equipment, solving field challenges, and helping crews deliver high-quality deep foundation installations.

You will provide practical drilling expertise and technical guidance for micropile work, contributing to safe execution, reliable production, and compliance with project specifications.

Responsibilities

Operate and assist with the setup of Comacchio drilling rigs or equivalent equipment for micropile and small-diameter drilling applications.

Review drawings, drilling plans, and geotechnical information to support appropriate drilling methods, tooling selection, and work sequencing.

Perform drilling in varying soil and rock conditions, adapting techniques within approved procedures to maintain borehole quality and operational efficiency.

Support micropile installation activities, including casing advancement, reinforcement placement, grouting, and associated quality checks.

Provide field recommendations to project managers, engineers, and crews on drilling performance, equipment limitations, and changing ground conditions.

Monitor drilling parameters and maintain accurate records of depths, ground conditions, tooling, grout quantities, and production.

Conduct pre-operation inspections, routine equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.

Identify underground utility risks, access constraints, overhead hazards, and other site-specific concerns before drilling begins.

Follow site safety requirements, equipment operating procedures, and applicable environmental standards. Stop work and report unsafe conditions when necessary.

Communicate clearly with site teams and support safe equipment handling, efficient workflows, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

At least 2 years of relevant experience in micropile drilling, geotechnical drilling, small-diameter drilling, or closely related foundation construction.

Hands-on experience operating Comacchio rigs or equivalent drilling equipment.

Practical knowledge of drilling in soil and rock, casing systems, drill tooling, and micropile installation techniques.

Ability to interpret construction drawings, drilling instructions, geotechnical logs, and project specifications.

Strong mechanical aptitude, with the ability to recognize equipment issues and perform routine maintenance within authorized limits.

Sound field judgment and the ability to recommend practical solutions while working within engineering requirements and approved procedures.

Commitment to safe drilling practices, accurate documentation, quality workmanship, and effective teamwork.

Ability to perform physical fieldwork in outdoor construction environments and travel to project sites as required.

Relevant equipment training, safety certifications, and experience guiding drilling crews are advantageous.

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