Concrete Core Driller

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Driller
Job Description

The Driller will be responsible for driving to various field sites within a 200-mile radius of the Baton Rouge office, conducting initial core drilling for core samples, and leading a crew of 2-3 team members.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects.
• Participate in pre-task planning and report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Act as dispatcher or coordinator to lower-level drillers/exploration teams in larger offices, scheduling work and maintaining production with equipment assigned to staff.
• Lead two or three-person crews on projects requiring borings to depths greater than 100 feet.
• Collaborate with the geotechnical department on work scope and pricing proposals.
• Oversee data collection and field interpretation of data for more complex projects if trained in CPT.
• Meet with utility companies to verify that boring locations are clear of underground utilities.
• Perform drilling tasks on geotechnical and environmental projects using assigned safety gear for OSHA Level D, D modified, C, and/or B projects.
• Ensure the safety of the drill crew and proper use of assigned safety gear during project execution.
• Serve as a liaison between the office and client, and calculate quantities for payment on a daily basis.
• Drive all company vehicles and operate all combination auger and mud rotary drill rigs and/or CPT equipment.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of geotechnical or environmental drilling experience.
• Experience running a CME or certification after conversion to a full-time employee is preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Driller license is a plus.
• Skills in geotechnical and environmental drilling, soil sampling, and heavy equipment operation.
• Experience with utility construction and directional drilling.

Why Work Here?

Join a reputable company that values safety, quality, and teamwork. Enjoy the opportunity to work on diverse projects and develop your skills in a supportive environment.

Work Environment

You will be part of a team of 2-3, managing driller helpers and traveling across the states of Missouri and Kansas. The role involves frequent travel and fieldwork, requiring adherence to safety standards and the use of appropriate safety gear.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baton Rouge, LA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Baton Rouge,LA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.