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Engineering Consulting Services lists this Driller opportunity in tallahassee, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
DrillerThe Driller performs geotechnical drilling operations on a project basis, including operating drilling equipment, collecting subsurface data, and ensuring safe and efficient field execution. This role may support more complex drilling tasks as additional certifications and experience are gained. The Driller works primarily in the field and maintains a positive customer service attitude while demonstrating an understanding of ECS Core Values.ResponsibilitiesPerforms drilling operations, including borings and Geoprobe workOperates Geoprobe equipment to collect soil samples and Cone Penetration Test (CPT) dataLocates boring positions using maps, plans, or GPS systemsRecords all required drilling data accuratelyReports project-specific issues to the Project Manager or SupervisorPerforms routine maintenance on drill rigs and support trucks and reports repair needsTroubleshoots mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical issuesFollows company safety procedures to maintain a safe work environmentLoads drill rigs and support vehicles with required supplies each dayPlans daily activities to meet productivity goals set by the Drilling Supervisor or Office ManagerCompletes timesheets and field documentation promptly and accuratelySubmits field reports and data in accordance with company standardsCares for and cleans assigned vehicles, drilling equipment, and toolsMaintains professional behavior and quality standardsTrains and mentors Driller HelpersPerforms other duties as assignedWillingness to work out of town and non-standard work schedules when requiredQualificationsRequired Qualifications2 years of related experienceHigh school diploma or GED requiredIf driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid drivers license is required. A class A CDL drivers license preferred.Strong communication and interpersonal skillsMechanical aptitude, including experience with hydraulic system repairsAbility to read maps, follow directions, and interpret field dataKnowledge of drilling procedures and sampling methodsHands-on experience with drill rigs, push rigs, and related equipmentExperience with GPS systems and geotechnical and environmental drilling methodsExperience with the installation of monitoring wells and piezometersKnowledge of state and federal driving and drilling regulatory codesMilitary QualificationsThe following US Military ranks would qualify for this position:E-4About UsECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Worksite address
tallahassee, FL, 32301, US
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