Licensed Driller
Brightcore EnergyRock Tavern, New York
Contract
Posted January 5, 2026
$51 - $60/hr
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Job Description
This position involves mobilizing and operating drilling equipment for geothermal and geotechnical applications at commercial sites across the Northeast, ensuring safety and efficiency while supporting feasibility studies and installation of test wells.
Key Responsibilities
- Mobilize drilling equipment for commercial applications within urban and suburban environments
- Perform geotechnical and environmental geothermal drilling methods
- Install test wells and conduct feasibility studies with the geothermal team
- Operate, maintain, and care for drill rigs and related equipment
- Ensure safety, organization, and security of all project site activities and personnel
- Manage site safety protocols and oversee the safety of the drilling crew
- Understand mechanics and requirements for drill sites
- Transport and load materials and equipment, including hauling and digging
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions, standing and bending for extended periods
Requirements
- Must have active Driller's License.
- Must have active CDL-A license.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Must have an OSHA 30 SST card.
- Flagger certification strongly preferred.
- Prior experience operating drilling equipment is a must.
- Understand and follow utility locate law and compliance procedures, safety protocols, instructions, and quality regulations.
- Must have at least 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 MD.
- Must be willing to be away from home Monday through Friday, with scheduled Saturdays, and accept lodging for overnight stays.
- Ability to haul, lift (60-80 lbs.), move, load, and dig materials and equipment.
- Ability to stand and bend for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to work comfortably outdoors in all weather conditions.
- This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a pre-employment background check, criminal history check, and pre-employment drug screen.
- Must understand mechanics and requirements for drill sites.
- Must be willing to cross-train as needed.
Benefits & Perks
Hourly wage range of $50.63 - $60.00 with eligibility for overtime pay
Work schedule of at least 40 hours per week, with potential for additional hours
Hybrid remote work option allowing up to two days per week remote work
Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
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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