Job Details

Job Title: Driller Job Description

The candidate will be responsible for driving to various field sites within a 200-mile radius of the Baton Rouge office to conduct initial core drilling for core samples. The role involves 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 in larger offices, scheduling work and maintaining production with equipment assigned to staff.

• Lead crews on projects requiring borings with 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 complex projects.

• Coordinate with utility companies to verify boring locations are clear of underground utilities.

• Perform drilling tasks on geotechnical and environmental projects using appropriate 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.

• Serve as a liaison between the office and clients, and calculate quantities for payment on a daily basis.

• Drive company vehicles and operate combination auger and mud rotary drill rigs and/or CPT equipment.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of experience in geotechnical or environmental drilling.

• Experience running a CME or possessing certification is preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Driller license is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where safety and quality are prioritized. We offer opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Work Environment

The role involves managing a team of 2-3 driller helpers, traveling across the states of Missouri and Kansas. The work requires adherence to safety protocols 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 - $25.00/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 Feb 26, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.