Renewable Energy Driller Helper

About Dandelion Energy
Dandelion Energy is transforming how homes are heated and cooled—starting from (below) the ground up. As the nation’s leading residential geothermal company, we design, install, and maintain all-in-one heating and cooling systems that are cleaner, quieter, and up to 4x more efficient than traditional HVAC, with a focus on large, scaled deployments to large homebuilders. We’re an ambitious (and growing) team on a mission to revolutionize home heating.

Backed by Google Ventures (GV) and other top tech investors, our end-to-end geothermal solution is breaking the status quo of residential heating and cooling technology, and we’re scaling rapidly to meet demand. Whether we’re serving national homebuilders or individual homeowners, our mission is the same: to make geothermal the default choice for heating and cooling in the U.As a Driller Helper at Dandelion Energy, you’ll have the opportunity to gain hands‑on training in different parts of our geothermal field operations. Depending on project needs, you may be focused on supporting drilling rigs, mixing grout and filling bores with grout, or digging trenches and supporting trenching operations. Assignments can shift over time, and you may work exclusively in one area for a period or rotate between them. This flexibility is an important part of the role and a great way to build a diverse skill set for a career in renewable energy construction.

Work outdoors in all weather conditions as part of an active field crew

Assist with loading/unloading drilling and trenching equipment and materials

Mix drilling mud and grout, and fill bores with grout

Support drilling and trenching procedures on the rig and gain training from senior drillers and trenchers

Dig trenches and support trenching operations, which may include installing HDPE piping and restoring landscapes to rough grade

Drive company vehicles to and from job sites (requires valid driver’s license and safe driving record)

Maintain safe, clean, and orderly work areas on job sites and drilling platforms

Perform basic equipment checks and routine maintenance

Learn to operate heavy equipment (excavators, forklifts, grout pumps) as you grow in the role

Are excited to gain exposure and training across different field tasks (drilling, trenching, or grouting)

Take pride in contributing to a safe, productive, and high‑quality job site

Are comfortable with physical labor and working outdoors year‑round

Value being part of a collaborative, mission‑driven team building a sustainable future

CDL is a plus

Personal vehicle and ability/willingness to drive to job sites within approximately 75 miles

Bonus points for:

Prior experience in drilling, trenching, or construction

Mechanical, rigging, or welding experience

Familiarity with operating heavy equipment

The expected base hourly range for this role in Colorado is $21.50-$23.50/hour and is non‑exempt/overtime eligible. This role is also eligible for a monthly performance bonus. Since spinning out of Google X in 2017, Dandelion Energy has been transforming home heating and cooling through cutting‑edge geothermal technology. serving both individual homeowners and some of the nation’s largest homebuilders.

Our team has elevated the profile of geothermal heat pumps nationally, delivered thousands of high‑quality installations across the country, and successfully championed electrification‑friendly policy at local and federal levels.

We’re a multidisciplinary, mission‑driven team of experts—spanning hardware engineering, HVAC, drilling, solar finance, behavioral economics, and startup operations—united by a shared mission: to make clean, affordable heating and cooling the default for every home. Our nationwide team is united by a shared passion for sustainability and a commitment to scaling clean, affordable energy solutions that make a real difference.

We’re driving a wholesale shift in how homes are heated and cooled—join us.

Medical (including mental health), dental, vision, and pet insurance

Learning & development support, including on‑the‑job training and virtual courses

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