Assistant Driller, Geothermal
Brightcore EnergyNew Haven, Connecticut
Full Time
Posted October 20, 2025
$37 - $42/hr
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Job Description
Assist with geothermal drilling operations by supporting equipment setup, maintenance, safety protocols, and routine tasks to ensure efficient and safe drilling processes for geothermal energy projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with daily geothermal drilling operations, including setting up and operating drilling equipment.
- Monitor and maintain drilling equipment, troubleshooting issues as needed.
- Handle and prepare drilling tools, pipes, and equipment for use.
- Transport equipment and materials to and from the drill site.
- Follow safety protocols and ensure worksite compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Support operation of mud systems, pressure control equipment, and other drilling systems.
- Keep accurate records of drilling activities, work progress, downtime, and equipment performance.
- Perform routine maintenance and inspections on tools and equipment.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment and support general labor tasks at the site.
Requirements
- High School Diploma required.
- Must have an OSHA 30 SST card.
- Must have an active Driver's License with the ability to obtain a CDL.
- Prior experience operating drilling equipment is a must.
- Understand and follow utility locate law and compliance procedures, safety protocols, instructions, and quality regulations.
- Five (5) years of construction and/or drilling experience in NY, NJ, CT, or MA.
- Experience with geothermal heat pumps.
- Must be willing to travel 100% in the greater Northeast Region of the United States, including CT, MA, NY, ME, VT, NH, NJ, and be away from home Monday through Friday, with scheduled Saturdays, lodging provided for overnight stays.
- Work a minimum of thirty (30) hours per week to maintain full-time status for benefits purposes, with an expectation of an average of forty (40) hours per week, including overtime as scheduled.
- This is a safety-sensitive position; must pass a pre-employment background check, criminal history check, and pre-employment drug screen, including compliance with DOT regulations 49 CFR 40.25 for safety-sensitive duties.
- Must be willing to perform routine maintenance and inspections on tools and equipment.
- Must be able to perform physical demands required by the job, as it is a safety-sensitive position.
Benefits & Perks
Hourly rate range of $37.00 - $42.00 with eligibility for overtime
Work schedule of at least 30 hours per week, averaging 40 hours with overtime
Work environment setting at job site
Remote work option for two days per week (hybrid model)
Full medical, dental, and vision benefits including Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar match of up to 3% of contributions and 0.50 on the next 2%, totaling up to 4%
Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
Commuter benefits
Financial wellness benefits
Benefit concierge program through Health Advocate
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance
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