Drill Rig Operator
What you'd do
Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Drill Rig Operator. Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment.
Major duties
Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Conducting and assisting with all types of drilling (including instrumentation installations) that will satisfy investigation requirements for geologic and engineering studies. Most of the work includes, but is not limited to, gathering samples (soil, rock, concrete, etc.) for engineering structures or their foundations. Under the direction of higher graded Drill Rig Operator or supervisor, sets up and operates coring drill rigs (truck-mounted or skid) and associated equipment (mud pumps, compressors, trucks, power augers, high pressure jetting pump and regulator, etc). Perform field maintenance on equipment and tools for preventative maintenance schedules and safety requirements. Assists higher graded Drill Rig Operator with minor overhauling of all drill equipment. Operate a government-owned, leased, sedan or truck as an integral part of day-to-day performance of duties. Must be able to obtain and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's and Commercial Driver's License with the endorsements of air brake, tanker and trailer towing in excess of 10,000 lbs GVW. Direct and participate in the cleaning of foundation drains and other structural features using high-pressure water (up to 15,000 psi) cleaning methods. Conduct special tests associated with investigations including standard penetration, vane shear, Dutch cone, in-place density, and gravity and pressure pump-in water tests. When not performing the duties of a Drill Rig Operator, works in the drill shop maintaining and repairing equipment. Maintains an inventory of parts and supplies necessary for usual drilling operations and delivers those parts and supplies to field crews as needed.
What you need to qualify
Requirements Continued... Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications: All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-08/14/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability To Do the Work of the Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT) Operation of Motor Vehicles Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation) Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) Ability to Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Reliability and Dependability If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire, and if it does not, your application will be marked as not eligible. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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