Technical and Operations
Senior Driller - Land
Location
Houston, Texas, United States
Houston, Texas, United States
You can indicate your preferred working location in your motivation letter or in the next stage of the recruitment process.
Stage
Experienced Level
Time
Full time
Type
Employee
Job Description
Welcome to your opportunity to join Fugro’s highly regarded Exploration Teams. With exceptional expertise in geotechnical ground investigation, our Exploration Teams are responsible for acquiring accurate environmental, geotechnical, and geophysical data that are key to reducing the risk and cost of land development.
The Senior Driller - Land orchestrates the overall drilling operation in collaboration with the Senior Operator, Lead Shift Engineer and drill crew subordinates. In addition, the Senior Driller - Land must also be able to work and lead the rest of the on-shift drilling team under their initiative, as they will be expected to run the night shift while senior management team members are off shift.
Employees in Fugro's Land Exploration must comply with periodic and site-specific drug screenings, with CDL holders adhering to FMCSA regulations.
Job Responsibilities
Lead by example and place Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and the protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers, or the communities in which we live and work at risk.
Assist in the mobilization of drilling rigs and/or cone trucks for jobs as directed. Load drill pipe, mud, and equipment.
Lead the drilling operations of the rig by handling drill pipe, mixing drill mud, and handling casing and other equipment.
Drive equipment to and from the job location. Complete field assignments as directed.
Familiar with and follow DOT and IFTA regulations.
Assist in the cleaning of equipment after each job as directed and, as needed, clean equipment yard and perform other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Legally Authorized to work in the United States, Without restrictions
10+ years of geotechnical drilling experience as a driller leading a drilling crew or previous experience as a Driller with multiple state licenses in Sonic drilling, Nuclear or Mining industries.
Experience with Deidrich and/or CME 45/55 drilling rig required
Experience with hollow stem auger, hollow rotary wash, and air rotary drilling
Experience with rock coring and geotechnical sampling
Ability to complete Basic Plus training, obtain TWIC card, CLD Class A/B license
Must be equipment oriented and understand mechanics of drilling machinery
Familiarity with hydraulic well testing and rotary drilling techniques.
What’s in it for you?
At Fugro, our people are our number one priority and central to our purpose to create a safe and livable world. Our values set the foundation for our unique culture: we are determined to deliver, we prepare for tomorrow, we do what’s right, and we build trust. Our talent philosophy is seeded by our values and fueled by a passion for learning, developing leadership behaviors, transparency, and accountability.
Fugro offers opportunities to sharpen skills and provide career growth through on-the-job learning experiences, LinkedIn Learning access, business and technical training, and leadership development programs.
We value the mental, physical, and financial health of our employees and their families and offer a variety of flexible work models. Fugro USA’s comprehensive benefits package also ensures you have choices that fit your needs at any life stage.
Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:
Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**
Fugro USA posting Disclaimer
Fugro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly at 713-369-5600, option 5 or recruiting.usa@fugro.com.
For more information
Paul Martin
Talent Acquisition Partner