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JDS Priorities for 2026:Employee experience & quality of lifeRisk managementCommunication & customer serviceLastly financial profitability
Position Summary
The Field Operator runs and maintains heavy machinery for commercial and utility-scale energy projects. The Field Operator also supports the Field Supervisor with test pile installation and foundation testing. The Field Operator position is critical for maintaining efficient on-site operations, exceeding client expectations, and troubleshooting and repairing machinery with excellent reporting and communication regarding the schedule and budget impacts.

Primary Responsibilities and Expectations

Mobilize (drive) drill rig(s) and/or support vehicle(s) safely and professionally (CDL preferred).

Conduct geotechnical drilling operations, including performing standard penetration tests (SPT) and rock coring procedures in a variety of geologic environments:

Knowledge of Geoprobe drilling rigs

Oversee support staff while on job sites.

Understand utility locate markings and locating of geotechnical boring locations.

Assist with clearing operations for geotechnical investigations.

Perform regular maintenance and repair of drilling equipment, drill rig(s), and support vehicle(s).

Ensure the safety of the work site and team members during drilling operations.

Mentor younger drillers

5 years of verifiable drilling experience

Ability to operate a variety of common construction equipment: track-steer, mini excavator.

Reliable transportation to and from work/airports.

Qualifications
Education: High school education required

Experience:

Construction experience and heavy machinery experience are required.

Heavy machinery maintenance and repair experience preferred.

Ground-mount solar installation experience preferred.

Knowledge of geotechnical testing procedures is preferred.

Skills:

Short notice, frequent, and extensive travel required.

OSHA 10-hour training required.

OSHA 30-hour training preferred.

A valid Driver’s License is required. (CDL preferred)

Valid Commercial Driver’s License and passport preferred.

Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Gmail, and the ability and willingness to learn new software applications.

Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, the ability to multitask, and most importantly, the ability to work well in a team.

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey data, both internal and external

Proficiency with Microsoft and Google applications.

Excellent time-management and organizational skills with high attention to detail.

Thorough understanding of geotechnical drilling and split-spoon testing.

Desire to learn and advance their career

Ability to lift and carry up to 90 pounds

Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental InsuranceHealth insuranceLife insurance9 Paid holidaysPaid time off (vacation, sick, bereavement, parental leave)Tuition reimbursementVision insuranceBonus structure
Compensation:
Pay Frequency: Semi-MonthlyPay is commensurate with experience