Driller
Kansas City, KS / Overland Park, KS
Midwest – Drilling-Geotechnology /
Full-Time / Hourly /
On-site
🚧 Now Hiring: Driller | Join the UES Team 🚧
Build the foundation of tomorrow—one borehole at a time.
Are you a seasoned driller looking for your next big opportunity? At Universal Engineering Sciences (UES), we’re not just breaking ground—we’re breaking boundaries. We’re on the hunt for a Driller who thrives in the field, takes pride in precision, and values safety above all else.
As a driller, you’ll be the go-to expert at project sites, responsible for operating and maintaining drilling rigs and equipment used for geotechnical, environmental, and construction-related projects. You’ll lead drilling operations, collect soil and rock samples, and ensure projects stay on track, on time, and in line with strict safety and quality standards. Your role is critical in helping engineers, builders, and environmental experts make informed decisions based on the subsurface conditions you uncover.
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Job Responsibilities:
- Calmly perform routine to difficult drilling, sampling, and well installation tasks while adhering to UES health and safety plan.
- Independently maintain and repair drill rig or equipment to ensure the optimal operating condition
- Follows UES safety protocols extensively while conducting and participating in safety or jobsite tailgate meetings
- Efficiently supervise the Driller’s Assistant, make assignments, and ensure they’re following our safety protocol.
- Communicates daily with the Drilling Manager as to the day’s activities, equipment needs, and prepared field reports.
- Proficiently operate all vehicles and equipment in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.
Qualifications:
- Three years of experience in similar field-related activities.
- High school diploma or GED
- Class A CDL
- Proficiency in conducting all routine drilling, sampling, and well installation activities
- Must be able to meet the physical labor demands of the job – including, but not limited to, lifting up to 75 lbs, standing for long periods of time, kneeling, crawling, balancing, and using hands to handle tools and controls
- Must be able to work in outdoor weather conditions
- Must be willing to travel
- Reliable transportation
About UES
Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) is a rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly 60 years of expertise in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections, and environmental consulting. With 3,800+ professionals across 80+ branches in high-growth U.S. markets, UES serves public and private clients across industries such as transportation, healthcare, commercial, residential, and education.
As an industry pioneer, UES is at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices, delivering precise, professional, and innovative solutions. Our dedicated team of engineers, geologists, inspectors, scientists, and drillers is committed to excellence and long-term client success.
At UES, we STRIVE to uphold our core values:
🔹 Safety – Our top priority in every project
🔹 Teamwork – Collaboration drives success
🔹 Responsiveness – Quick and effective solutions
🔹 Integrity – Honesty and ethical practices
🔹 Value – Delivering quality and efficiency
🔹 Excellence – Setting the industry standard
As we continue to expand, these values serve as our north star, guiding our mission to shape the future of engineering and consulting.
Mission
We are trusted engineering partners enabling the construction community through responsive, expert problem solving.
We strive to be the leading environmental, inspection, testing and engineering firm by ensuring the safety, integrity, and sustainability of our community's land, foundations, and structures from development to redevelopment.
EEOC Statement
UES is committed to embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace that welcomes and thrives on the unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions of all team members. UES is bringing the best people and most diverse talent forward to drive growth, innovate and think bigger!
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to list the full scope of duties and responsibilities for this position. Other duties may be assigned. Employment is "at will" meaning that employment may be ended by either the employee or Company at any time for any reason with or without notice. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant successfully completing pre-employment testing for this position.
