Equipment Operator/Crew Chief
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Terracon is hiring for a field crew role that begins as a Driller Assistant, with the expectation of growth into a Driller/Crew Chief after training. The work involves geotechnical drilling operations, equipment maintenance, sampling, and field data collection. Travel depends on client needs; crews typically travel Monday through Friday and are home for the weekend. Previous heavy machinery experience is strongly preferred, but training is available for candidates with the right safety mindset, mechanical aptitude, and willingness to learn.
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General Responsibilities:
Are you safety-focused, experienced around heavy equipment, and looking for a hands-on career you can grow into?
We're looking for a Driller/Crew Chief who is ready to work hard, learn, and become part of an experienced field crew. Previous heavy machinery experience is strongly preferred, but we're willing to train someone who brings the right safety mindset, mechanical aptitude, and willingness to learn. This role would start as a Driller Assistant with the expectation to grow into a Driller/Crew Chief after fully trained in. As a Driller, you would oversee a 2-man drill crew in all tasks associated with drilling operations.
Travel is part of the job and will depend on client needs. Crews typically travel Monday through Friday and are home for the weekend.
Learn more about becoming a Driller here: Start a Career as a Geotechnical Driller | Work Outdoors & Learn the Trade
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, employee ownership (ESOP), paid time off, paid holidays, wellbeing resources, and career development opportunities.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance shallow boreholes in soil.
The employee will be expected perform following tasks:
Load tooling and materials.
Assist in drilling operations and instrumentation and monitoring well installation.
Collect soil and rock samples and log field data.
Perform routine repairs and maintenance.
Perform basic surveying and site reconnaissance.
Drive a medium-duty truck and trailer.
Learn to inspect and how to maintain drilling equipment.
Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
Follow all safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects.
Work to independently inspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment.
Install instrumentation and monitoring wells.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Limited or no experience required
A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
Heavy equipment experience: Previous experience operating heavy machinery or equipment is strongly preferred.
Required Qualifications:
Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days of employment.
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum Experience Required
None
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$11.41 / Hourly
Postal Code
55102
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
4196
Job Benefits
Not specified
How this job compares
Set against the 596 open Equipment Operator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 15, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$54–60K/yr27 salary ranges
- US median$22–25/hr242 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 26 open Equipment Operator jobs in Minnesota and 596 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- Equipment Operator postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (192 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 163 of the 596 open Equipment Operator jobs (27%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 15, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.
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