Driller (Air, Mud, Water Well, Geothermal)

Brightcore Energy

Northeast Region (USA); Rock Tavern, NY

Full Time

Posted January 5, 2026

$51 - $60/hr

Energy Management

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Job Description

This role involves mobilizing drilling equipment for various applications for commercial job sites, performing geothermal drilling methods, and installing test wells for feasibility studies with the Geothermal team.

Key Responsibilities

(Management may amend or assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time)
Mobilize drilling equipment including various applications within an urban and suburban environment.
Perform geotechnical and environmental drilling methods.
100% travel required in the greater Northeast Region of the United States - CT, MA, NY, ME, VT, NH, NJ, MD
Install test wells and conduct feasibility studies with the Geothermal team.
Ensure project safety, organization, and security of all equipment and personnel. Willingness to cross-train.
Operate and care for drill rigs, machines, and other equipment as needed: GTD-35, Fraste FS250, Fraste FS275, Sonic, Reich Drill PTO69, Fratse Mito 4, Comacchio MC5, Comacchio Geo600
Responsible for site safety and the safety of the drilling crew.
Understand mechanics and requirements for drill sites.
Hauling, lifting (60-80 lbs.), moving, loading, and digging materials and equipment.
Requires standing and bending for extended periods of time.
Mobilization of equipment to job site.
Comfortability working outdoors in all elements.
All other duties and projects assigned.
This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

Active Driller's License strongly preferred.
Active CDL strongly preferred.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Must have an OSHA 30; SST card and Flagger certification strongly preferred.
Prior experience operating drilling equipment is a must.
Understands and follow utility locate law and compliance procedures, safety protocols, instructions, and quality regulations.
5+ years of construction and/or drilling experience (either NY, NJ, CT, MA Master Drilling license a plus); NGWA certification preferred.
Experience with geothermal heat pumps.
Travel required 100% in the greater Northeast Region of the United States - CT, MA, NY, ME, VT, NH, NJ, MD
Must be willing to be away from home Monday through Friday & scheduled Saturdays.
Lodging will be provided for overnight stays.

Benefits & Perks

Brightcore offers a full slate of medical, dental, and vision benefits including options to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Health Savings Account (HSA).
PTO
Financial Wellness Benefits
Benefit Concierge Program through Health Advocate
EAP - Employee Assistance Program
Disability, Life, & AD&D Benefits
Access to Marketplace for Discounted Goods & Services
Brightcore Energy is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives.