Driller

Job Description

Driller / Drill Rig Operator

New Hampshire | Regional / Local Travel | Home Daily

Sequence has been exclusively retained and is currently seeking an experienced Water Well Driller / Drill Rig Operator for a well-established, water services company serving communities throughout New Hampshire and the surrounding region.

Based out of their regional branch operations, this is a full-time, year-round position operating water well drilling rigs. Unlike many drilling positions that require extensive overnight or multi-state travel, this is a regional field role with employees returning home daily . Typical working hours are approximately 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , with travel primarily to project sites throughout the local and regional service area.

Our client is a long-standing, community-based company providing comprehensive water wells and water system services. The organization has built its reputation on quality workmanship, excellent equipment, strong customer service, and taking care of its employees.

For the right drilling professional, this is an opportunity to join a stable operation, work with some of the best equipment in the industry, earn above-average compensation, and build a long-term career without spending weeks at a time away from home.

The Opportunity

The Water Well Driller / Drill Rig Operator will be responsible for the safe and effective operation drilling rigs supporting residential, commercial, and community water well projects throughout the region.

This is very much a hands-on field position. The successful candidate will understand drilling equipment and field operations, be mechanically capable, and take pride in maintaining equipment and completing work safely, efficiently, and professionally.

Experience operating a water well drilling rig is strongly preferred, but the organization is open to drillers with other experience that can make the transition. Candidates should have a working mechanical understanding of hydraulic systems, air compressors, diesel engines, and related drilling equipment .

Scope of Responsibility

The Driller / Rig Operator will be responsible for activities including:

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• Operation of a water well drilling rigs
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• Mobilization, setup, drilling, and completion of water well projects
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• Daily inspection and operational readiness of drilling equipment
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• Safe operation and basic troubleshooting of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
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• Routine equipment care and preventative maintenance
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• Coordination with drilling crew members and field personnel
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• Safe operation of commercial vehicles and equipment
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• Maintaining an organized, professional, and safe jobsite
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• Interaction with customers, property owners, and other project stakeholders
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• Working outdoors throughout all seasons and weather conditions
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• Supporting other field and equipment activities as needed
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What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be a water well driller or drilling professional who enjoys working outdoors, understands heavy equipment, takes pride in the trade, and is looking to build a long-term career with an established organization. This opportunity could be an excellent fit for either a mid- to senior-level driller and operator with proven water well drilling experience , or a talented, mechanically inclined professional earlier in their drilling career who has gained relevant hands-on experience and is seeking the opportunity to learn from and be mentored by experienced industry professionals. For the right developing candidate, the company is willing to invest in training, mentorship, and continued growth toward becoming a highly capable lead driller and operator.

Qualifications and characteristics include:

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• Previous water well drilling experience strongly preferred
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• Experience operating water well drilling rigs or comparable heavy drilling equipment
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• Commercial Driver’s License – Class B required (or ability to obtain)
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• Strong mechanical aptitude
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• Understanding of hydraulic systems, air compressors, and diesel engines
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• Ability to perform basic equipment troubleshooting and maintenance
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• Ability to routinely lift 50+ pounds
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• Stick welding experience preferred
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• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
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• Professional appearance and customer-facing demeanor
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• Commitment to safe equipment operation and field practices
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• Ability and willingness to work outdoors throughout the year
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Regional Work – Home Daily

One of the significant advantages of this opportunity is the nature of the company's project footprint.

While the position involves regular travel to drilling sites throughout the region, this is not a long-haul or extended overnight travel position. Crews return home daily.

For an experienced driller who enjoys field work but no longer wants a position that means routinely spending nights or weeks away from home, this role offers an attractive combination of drilling work, stability, and quality of life.

Culture, Equipment & the “Why”

Our client is a long-standing organization that has built its business around quality work and long-term relationships with both customers and employees.

The company takes particular pride in its equipment and maintains a modern, highly capable fleet. Just as importantly, experienced drillers are viewed as skilled professionals who are central to the success and reputation of the organization.

This is an environment for someone who takes pride in the trade, enjoys being part of a close-knit operation, and appreciates working for a company where people know one another and good work is recognized.

The broader organization provides water well drilling, pump installation and service, water testing and filtration, irrigation systems, and operation and maintenance of community and commercial water systems.

Compensation & Benefits

The company offers competitive compensation ( typically above-average for the region) , along with a competitive employee benefits package and a very positive corporate culture.

This is a full-time, year-round position with a stable and established organization with Typical hours are approximately 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , with regional project travel and the ability to return home each day .

To express interest, apply here, submit your resume through our website at , or contact:

Sequence Staffing

2008 Opportunity Drive, Suite 140

Roseville, CA 95678

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