Construction Driller

YSS has a need for a full-time, experienced construction driller. This person must have a good safety record and be able to communicate effectively with other team members and clients.

Founded in 2010, YSS offers geotechnical construction services for public and private clients. From drilled micropiles and rock anchors to drilled soil nails, YSS is emerging as the industry leader in this field. Based out of Belgrade, MT, YSS is a growth-oriented business that is both locally and Veteran owned.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

Verify positions and depth of boring locations before drilling to determine if it is safe to move forward with the process.
Check gauges, monitor drilling condition and pay close attention to equipment to decide if it needs to be altered or adjusted during drilling.
Use knowledge of soil or rock conditions to determine which drill is appropriate for each job.
Stop, start and control machine drilling speed and align as well as position drills to stabilize machines.
Regulate downward pressure, rotary speed and air pressure, depending on the type of material the drill is moving through, changing procedures and settings for each individual job as needed.
Bore or drill holes in rock for routing, anchoring, blasting or building foundations, working with other members of the crew to ensure accuracy and safety.
Follow all protocol and standard operating procedures to guarantee safety and compliance on the job site and keep team members safe from injury.
Position and assemble casing pipes, augers, machines and other equipment with the appropriate hand and power tools.
Complete daily field logs and maintain other records
Work with construction teams to deliver products of exceptional quality on time and on budget.
Perform repairs to drilling rigs and associated equipment
Give direction to a crew of three or more employees
Clean drill rigs, trucks, and equipment
Participate in safety meetings

Requirements:

Must have a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
High School Diploma or equivalent
Willing to travel and stay out of town frequently
Must be able to regularly lift 50-100 pounds
Must be willing to work outside in all types of weather
Minimum of 2 years geotechnical, environmental or construction drilling experience in the following methods: air rotary and injection bore.
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to safety