Drill Tech - Layne

Layne, A Granite Company

The Role

Overview

Assist driller in water‑well projects, handling equipment, samples, and site logistics.

Key Responsibilities

  • equipment transport
  • sample collection
  • equipment operation
  • safety compliance
  • material handling
  • documentation

Tasks

-Provide general labor assistance to operators on water well projects. -Transport drilling rigs and equipment between sites and set up job sites to facilitate smooth logistics and operations - valid and clean driving record required. -Collect and accurately label drill cutting or water samples for analysis to ensure precise and reliable data collection -Operate and maintain service trucks, backhoes, forklifts, generators, engines, pumps, and other drilling site equipment to ensure reliable and efficient operation, including lubrication and cleaning -Collaborate with the drilling crew and work independently to accomplish tasks and achieve project goals -Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment for yourself and the crew you are working with -Lift and move drill pipe and materials weighing up to 50 lbs., and assist with lifting components up to 100 lbs. to support operational needs -Ensure adherence to all safety and quality procedures to maintain a safe and efficient work environment -Complete daily paperwork accurately to maintain time and material records and ensure proper documentation

Requirements

  • cdl
  • high school
  • mechanical aptitude
  • construction experience
  • teamwork
  • travel

What You Bring

-Able to work in small teams successfully -Must be able to travel and spend weeks away from home, potentially long distances from home (within continental USA) -High school diploma or GED -Requires ability to work with equipment that vibrates and work near moving mechanical parts -Must be able to stand on feet for 10–12-hour shifts -Construction site experience or similar outdoor industry experience preferred -Ability to safely lift up to 50lbs occasionally -Must possess a valid driver's license and be capable of obtaining a CDL (B minimum, but A preferred) -Good organizational skills -Must be able to travel and be away from home for up to 2 weeks at a time -Mechanical aptitude a plus -Good written and verbal communication skills -Must be dependable and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions -Construction and welding experience preferred -Ability and willingness to abide by company code of conduct daily

The Company

About Layne, A Granite Company

-Designs and drills deep wells (up to 3,300 ft), installs pumps, treats water, and rehabilitates wells and pipelines. -Operates in the Americas, supporting municipal, industrial, agricultural, energy and mining clients. -Mineral Exploration division offers core drilling, reverse circulation, rotary air-blast and directional drilling for base and precious metals.

Sector Specialisms

Water Resources

Mineral Exploration

Government

Commercial

Municipal Water Suppliers

Industrial Facilities

Agricultural

Energy

Water Well Drilling

Pump Design and Service

Well Rehabilitation

Water Treatment Services

Pipeline Installation

Sewer Rehabilitation

Drilling

Core Drilling

Reverse Circulation Drilling

Dual Tube Drilling

Hammer Drilling

Rotary Air-Blast Drilling

Exploratory Drilling

Directional Drilling

Mineral Services Drilling