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Job Title: US Underground Driller The Underground Driller is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of underground and surface drilling rigs to meet production targets. This role demands a high level of technical skill, adherence to safety protocols, teamwork, and the ability to work in challenging environments with minimal supervision. Duties: Conduct oneself professionally and represent the company with integrity. Be fit for duty, punctual, and ready for all shifts. Operate and maintain various types of drilling equipment: hydraulic, rotary, in-the-hole (ITH), top hammer, and diamond drills. Drill holes to specified depths and diameters following drill plans and site layouts. Conduct pre-operational checks, routine maintenance, and minor repairs on drill rigs and auxiliary equipment. Regulate drilling pressure, rotary speed, and air flow based on rock conditions. Use tools such as orientation devices, survey tools, and assist in drill surveying. Perform pre-shift inspections using Intelex, conduct PMs, and complete permits/assessments. Participate in site inductions, safety shares, and emergency drills. Erect barricades, bunting, and signage to secure work areas. Wear and maintain proper PPE at all times. Follow all 10 Life Saving Rules, Stop Work Authority, and perform Take 5 assessments before tasks. Brassing In/Out, LOTOTO procedures, and hazard reporting Maintain a clean and organized worksite per housekeeping standards. Meet or exceed daily drilling production targets while minimizing downtime and equipment wear. Monitor drilling progress and adjust operations for optimal performance. Ensure quality of drilled holes through dipping and re-drilling as necessary. Organize daily consumables and supplies; assist with inventory and rig audits. Maintain accurate drill logs, daily reports, and data entry (e.g., BOX app). Collaborate closely with mechanics, Driller Helpers, and production teams. Assist other crew members as required (e.g., off-side fitter duties). Support operational improvements and project execution within scope, time, and budget. Participate in supply assessment, costing, and reviews as needed. Communicate clearly with team members, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure cohesive operations. Other duties, as necessary Required Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude: ability to read and follow drill plans, maps, and manuals. Visualizes 3D layouts and understands drilling alignment. Know locations and proper usage of SDS/MSDS, spill kits, and labeling procedures. Understand light signals, radio comms, and emergency shutdowns Excellent communication and team coordination skills. Adaptable, dependable, and committed to continuous improvement. Willingness to embrace new techniques and technologies. Understand and comply with site-specific emergency protocols, including gas monitors, self-rescuers, refuge chambers, emergency escape routes and Mine Site Emergency Plan Proficient in safe equipment operation and hazard assessment. Excellent communication and team coordination skills. Adaptable, dependable, and committed to continuous improvement. Willingness to embrace new techniques and technologies. Proficient in safe equipment operation and hazard assessment. Education and Experience Hold and maintain a valid MSHA 5000-23 UG/Surface Certification. Prior experience in drilling operations or mining environments preferred. Familiarity with safety protocols and mechanical/equipment knowledge. Current valid driver's license (without any DUI's, reckless driving citations, or more than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years) Physical Requirements: Physically fit and capable of lifting up to 25 kg (55 lbs); able to work in harsh environments. 2-5 years' experience in drilling or mining (e.g., Driller Helper). Must pass a pre-employment medical and drug screening. Clean criminal background check. Willingness to travel and work at various mine sites if required. Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in remote or underground locations. Must be able to work flexible shifts and adapt to varying field conditions. Pre-Employment Drug Test Able and willing to travel for this position and work 12-hour days, 7 days a week, for 20 days at a time (home 10) and willing to be away from family and friends Labor intensive work outdoors, with small crews, in various weather conditions and often remote work locations Dependable transportation to get to and from different job sites (and airports)

Job Details Patriot - Dayton - Miamisburg, OHDescription Join a Winning Team! Patriot Engineering and Environmental is seeking a Driller in our Ohio markets. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, Patriot Engineering and Environmental is an employee owned, diverse engineering firm with a multi-state location (Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio) and presence providing geotechnical, environmental, and construction materials testing services and consultation to commercial, industrial and governmental clients. We are a team of talented, trustworthy and skilled servant leaders who are passionate about what we do and enjoy providing personalized attention to our clients. Career Opportunity This position will be based out of Ohio. This position will require a candidate who is a self-starter and is able to have high attention to detail while maintaining flexibility in the focus on daily execution of duties and deliverables. The successful candidate will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling techniques. Drill methods may include auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring techniques. Work may also include the installation of instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells and inclinometers. Work as part of a multiple person team on projects. ETMs will perform daily tasks including survey and locate drilling points; conduct site reconnaissance; load/unload tooling, materials and samples; classify soil and rock samples; perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment, prepare internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT Logs) paperwork. Driller Essential Functions: Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance boreholes in soil up to 100 feet. Oversee a 2-3-man drill crew in all tasks associated with drilling operations. Install instrumentation and monitoring wells. Perform routine repairs and maintenance. Perform basic surveying, site reconnaissance, and utility clearance tasks Drive all forms of drilling equipment to and from project locations. Work to independently inspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment. Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects. Qualifications Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum 1-year experience. Able to perform NQ rock coring. Able to perform mud rotary drilling. Candidates should possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License or have the ability to obtain one quickly, within 60 days of hire. Excellent time management skills - understanding and setting priorities to realize value added and focused activities and deliverables. Excellent listening and communication skills. Compensation: Patriot offers a strong comprehensive Total Rewards package - in addition to competitive wages, we provide a matching 100% on first 4% 401(k), annual bonus programs, medical ($0 monthly premium Employee only), dental and vision, insurance, life, AD&D, disability, pet and other related insurances, EAP program, funded professional development, vacation and personal time. About Us: Our Story Patriot Engineering and Environmental, Inc. (“Patriot”) was founded in 1995 to address the engineering and environmental needs of the development and redevelopment community. Today, our success spans multiple offices serving communities across Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan and beyond. Over our history, Patriot has built a reputation for excellence. Whether you come to Patriot for Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing, or all three services, you know that at Patriot, we've got you covered. Our Professional Culture & Philosophy At Patriot, our pride of ownership is evident throughout all our projects. Patriot celebrates our entrepreneurial spirit as each team member brings their individuality, expertise, and creative solutions to every task. Resiliency has formed our framework. Today, our culture and values mirror our humble beginnings. Steadfast, continually striving for excellence, and delivering the best service and expert solutions. This is the Patriot way. Our strength is in our name. Commitment to Our Team Members Patriot's commitment to excellence, service and safety starts with every individual on our team. Patriot's leaders realize that our continued success relies on the efforts and fulfillment of each of our team members. Mutual respect, appreciation, value, and trust remain the cornerstones that guide our beliefs and actions, paving the way to Patriot's future success. Patriot is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

at Cascade Drilling, LP Find out why our employees choose Cascade and what it's like to work here by visiting our Careers Page at **************************** HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW - We offer competitive pay and benefits - Starting wage of $23.00 - $25.00 per hour 2 Weeks paid Vacation; 7 paid holidays; 40 hours paid sick leave, at a minimum Great potential for overtime Great Benefits at a minimal cost to the employee Project-based bonuses, Driller License bonuses AND performance-based merit increases Employee Referral Bonus of $2,000 Reimbursement for attending CDL Training School AND pay increases after obtaining a CDL A We offer the opportunity for travel - Our Marietta location travels 95% of the time and the locations vary from Michigan, Virginia, Kentucky, and New York. Work in other states based on project and business needs Project schedules typically operate on a ‘10 Days on / 4 Days off' schedule. Workday schedules may be 10 - 14 hours. Occasional travel on the weekends may be required Private hotel room for traveling employees at ZERO cost AND per diem We offer the opportunity to grow professionally - State of the Art CORE Safety Training Program with safety gear provided Flexible career paths with opportunities for advancement and growth Encouragement to pursue new roles nationwide, explore a variety of projects, and work with mentors and experts who help shape the industry Offer of employment is conditional upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and drug test and maintaining a clean driving record, in accordance with DOT requirements. HERE'S AN IDEA OF WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO - Operate drill rigs and drilling equipment with high proficiency Maintain daily drilling reports Ensure equipment is in safe working condition and conduct routine and preventative maintenance, as needed Lead a drilling crew by training and mentoring employees and maintaining a safe environment Maintain up-to-date knowledge of MSDS, CEU's and JSA's Approve employee timesheets Complete well logs, logbook, repair orders, tailgates, and Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports Promote positive and professional relationships with team members and clients Maintain all required certifications Be able to safely lift up to 50 pounds Completes other duties and projects, as assigned HERE'S WHAT WE REQUIRE - CDL Class A and State Driller License is preferred 3+ years' experience in the drilling industry, with at least one (1) year of experience operating a variety of rigs (i.e. sonic, rotary, auger) Negative drug test Satisfactory results of a background check (and your authorization to conduct a routine background check) - offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis Possessing a valid Driver's License for the state in which you reside and satisfactory results of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) is an essential requirement to function in this job Obtaining and maintaining an interstate DOT Medical Card and meeting all Federal Interstate FMCSA requirements to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle Passing a HAZWOPER physical Verifying your legal right to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA) Respiratory Protection will be required to be worn if specified by a site-specific Health and Safety Plan, or when air monitoring indicates potential for exposure levels to reach an established action, level, threshold limit value (TLV), or permissible exposure limit (PEL). To comply with health and safety standards to protect against workplace hazards, employees may be required to shave or maintain facial hair in a manner that ensures a proper seal for respirator use. Cascade Environmental, LLC, and our subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination. EEO is the Law. Cascade is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at **************.

Find out why our employees choose Cascade and what it's like to work here by visiting our Careers Page at **************************** HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW - * We offer competitive pay and benefits - * Starting wage of $23.00 - $25.00 per hour * 2 Weeks paid Vacation; 7 paid holidays; 40 hours paid sick leave, at a minimum * Great potential for overtime * Great Benefits at a minimal cost to the employee * Project-based bonuses, Driller License bonuses AND performance-based merit increases * Employee Referral Bonus of $2,000 * Reimbursement for attending CDL Training School AND pay increases after obtaining a CDL A * We offer the opportunity for travel - * Our Marietta location travels 95% of the time and the locations vary from Michigan, Virginia, Kentucky, and New York. Work in other states based on project and business needs * Project schedules typically operate on a '10 Days on / 4 Days off' schedule. Workday schedules may be 10 - 14 hours. * Occasional travel on the weekends may be required * Private hotel room for traveling employees at ZERO cost AND per diem * We offer the opportunity to grow professionally - * State of the Art CORE Safety Training Program with safety gear provided * Flexible career paths with opportunities for advancement and growth * Encouragement to pursue new roles nationwide, explore a variety of projects, and work with mentors and experts who help shape the industry * Offer of employment is conditional upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and drug test and maintaining a clean driving record, in accordance with DOT requirements. HERE'S AN IDEA OF WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO - * Operate drill rigs and drilling equipment with high proficiency * Maintain daily drilling reports * Ensure equipment is in safe working condition and conduct routine and preventative maintenance, as needed * Lead a drilling crew by training and mentoring employees and maintaining a safe environment * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of MSDS, CEU's and JSA's * Approve employee timesheets * Complete well logs, logbook, repair orders, tailgates, and Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports * Promote positive and professional relationships with team members and clients * Maintain all required certifications * Be able to safely lift up to 50 pounds * Completes other duties and projects, as assigned HERE'S WHAT WE REQUIRE - * CDL Class A and State Driller License is preferred * 3+ years' experience in the drilling industry, with at least one (1) year of experience operating a variety of rigs (i.e. sonic, rotary, auger) * Negative drug test * Satisfactory results of a background check (and your authorization to conduct a routine background check) - offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis * Possessing a valid Driver's License for the state in which you reside and satisfactory results of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) is an essential requirement to function in this job * Obtaining and maintaining an interstate DOT Medical Card and meeting all Federal Interstate FMCSA requirements to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle * Passing a HAZWOPER physical * Verifying your legal right to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA) * Respiratory Protection will be required to be worn if specified by a site-specific Health and Safety Plan, or when air monitoring indicates potential for exposure levels to reach an established action, level, threshold limit value (TLV), or permissible exposure limit (PEL). To comply with health and safety standards to protect against workplace hazards, employees may be required to shave or maintain facial hair in a manner that ensures a proper seal for respirator use. Cascade Environmental, LLC, and our subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination. EEO is the Law. Cascade is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at **************.

Job Title: US Underground Driller The Underground Driller is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of underground and surface drilling rigs to meet production targets. This role demands a high level of technical skill, adherence to safety protocols, teamwork, and the ability to work in challenging environments with minimal supervision. Duties: Conduct oneself professionally and represent the company with integrity. Be fit for duty, punctual, and ready for all shifts. Operate and maintain various types of drilling equipment: hydraulic, rotary, in-the-hole (ITH), top hammer, and diamond drills. Drill holes to specified depths and diameters following drill plans and site layouts. Conduct pre-operational checks, routine maintenance, and minor repairs on drill rigs and auxiliary equipment. Regulate drilling pressure, rotary speed, and air flow based on rock conditions. Use tools such as orientation devices, survey tools, and assist in drill surveying. Perform pre-shift inspections using Intelex, conduct PMs, and complete permits/assessments. Participate in site inductions, safety shares, and emergency drills. Erect barricades, bunting, and signage to secure work areas. Wear and maintain proper PPE at all times. Follow all 10 Life Saving Rules, Stop Work Authority, and perform Take 5 assessments before tasks. Brassing In/Out, LOTOTO procedures, and hazard reporting Maintain a clean and organized worksite per housekeeping standards. Meet or exceed daily drilling production targets while minimizing downtime and equipment wear. Monitor drilling progress and adjust operations for optimal performance. Ensure quality of drilled holes through dipping and re-drilling as necessary. Organize daily consumables and supplies; assist with inventory and rig audits. Maintain accurate drill logs, daily reports, and data entry (e.g., BOX app). Collaborate closely with mechanics, Driller Helpers, and production teams. Assist other crew members as required (e.g., off-side fitter duties). Support operational improvements and project execution within scope, time, and budget. Participate in supply assessment, costing, and reviews as needed. Communicate clearly with team members, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure cohesive operations. Other duties, as necessary Required Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude: ability to read and follow drill plans, maps, and manuals. Visualizes 3D layouts and understands drilling alignment. Know locations and proper usage of SDS/MSDS, spill kits, and labeling procedures. Understand light signals, radio comms, and emergency shutdowns Excellent communication and team coordination skills. Adaptable, dependable, and committed to continuous improvement. Willingness to embrace new techniques and technologies. Understand and comply with site-specific emergency protocols, including gas monitors, self-rescuers, refuge chambers, emergency escape routes and Mine Site Emergency Plan Proficient in safe equipment operation and hazard assessment. Excellent communication and team coordination skills. Adaptable, dependable, and committed to continuous improvement. Willingness to embrace new techniques and technologies. Proficient in safe equipment operation and hazard assessment. Education and Experience Hold and maintain a valid MSHA 5000-23 UG/Surface Certification. Prior experience in drilling operations or mining environments preferred. Familiarity with safety protocols and mechanical/equipment knowledge. Current valid driver's license (without any DUI's, reckless driving citations, or more than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years) Physical Requirements: Physically fit and capable of lifting up to 25 kg (55 lbs); able to work in harsh environments. 2-5 years' experience in drilling or mining (e.g., Driller Helper). Must pass a pre-employment medical and drug screening. Clean criminal background check. Willingness to travel and work at various mine sites if required. Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in remote or underground locations. Must be able to work flexible shifts and adapt to varying field conditions. Pre-Employment Drug Test Able and willing to travel for this position and work 12-hour days, 7 days a week, for 20 days at a time (home 10) and willing to be away from family and friends Labor intensive work outdoors, with small crews, in various weather conditions and often remote work locations Dependable transportation to get to and from different job sites (and airports) 14 & 7 / 20 & 10 / 28 & 14 Travel is scheduled on days off