Driller 2024-01966

Salary : $24.78 - $27.53 Hourly

Location : Cheyenne, WY

Job Type : Permanent Full-time

Job Number : 2024-01966

Department : Department of Transportation

Division : Department of Transportation

Opening Date : 09 / 06 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Job Classification : TNDR07

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) seeks a Driller in Cheyenne, Wyoming. As a Driller, you will be responsible for performing various duties, under limited supervision, to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system.

Operate drill rig safely, and efficiently for geological / geotechnical investigations to support engineering division requirements to design highways.

Lead the work activities of the drill team. Responsible for obtaining field samples, running all three drill rigs, and knowing the operation of drill rigs and support equipment.

With minimal supervision and direction. Responsible for teaching the operation of equipment, testing, and maintaining tools and equipment.

This position offers :

$2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the Old West's history. The city offers nearby mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities.

Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.

Human Resource Contact : 307-777-4467

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Accountable for knowing how to safely drill and test various soils and rocks to obtain samples for the Geologists to design highways
• Directs the work of drill helpers and flaggers
• This position requires extensive travel (up to 90%) via auto, truck, airplane, etc.
• Gathers supplies needed for the week
• Communicates with WYDOT Personnel, geologists, Principal geologists, Drill supervisors, other agencies, and the private sector
• Works in all types of weather conditions and rugged terrain, works around other heavy equipment, and on busy highways under live traffic conditions
• Operates and maintains drill trucks or transport with drills in a safe manner
• Drill truck or transport duties include safely moving drill trucks or transporting them to drilling locations on various terrain and weather conditions
• Maintains drill, water truck and or transport, and trailer; duties include washing, servicing, greasing as needed, and repairing equipment and augers, bits, A.

W. rods, and testing equipment

• Schedules service and maintenance for equipment with a supervisor
• Assists in traffic control, including setting signs, cones, etc., and flagging to help ensure a safe work zone
• Responsible for reporting time and equipment hours or miles as part of overall project cost monitoring

Qualifications

PREFERENCES / AGENCY REQUIREMENTS :

Must have or obtain a Commercial Driver's License

KNOWLEDGE :

• Skill in oral communication
• Skill in interpersonal relations
• Ability to weld
• Knowledge of drilling with augers
• Knowledge of drill equipment and ability to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical problems
• Ability to accept responsibility, make decisions, and learn from superiors
• Knowledge of different drilling techniques - air rotary, mud rotary, and wireline coring
• Ability to lift 100 pounds

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Construction)

Experience :

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Drilling) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Drilling Technician

Education & Experience Substitution :

High School Diploma, PLUS 3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Drilling) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Drilling Technician

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :

None

Necessary Special Requirements

NOTES :

• FLSA : Non-Exempt
• Individuals in this position will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace
• E-Verify : WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

Learn more about , including your rights and responsibilities

• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
• Temporary employees accepting a full-time position
• Acceptance of a permanent full-time non-exempt / exempt position posted for public recruitment
• Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public
• One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.
• Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
• Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
• If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and / or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

045-Wyoming Department of Transportation - Geology

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path.

Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families.

Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end.

the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

to learn more!

AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)?

Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma / GED / or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

AA) Which of the following Quarter / Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)?

Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours / 30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours / 60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours / 91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours / 120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours / 150+Semester hours
• N / A

TNDR07) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Drilling? Experience definition : (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following : heavy equipment, traffic control and flagging, repairs of drills, hydraulic rams, winches, augers, welding and cutting experience, geological testing and testing equipment, reading drilling related gauges and interpreting readings. )

• No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.

AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.

TNDR07) Do you currently possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?

Please provide your license no. in the box below.

Do you have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License?

A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government jobs www.governmentjobs.com / careers / wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper / Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for if known.

Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.

A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE : PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference.

If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application.

I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.

I am not a veteran

AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE : If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim.

Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application.

Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https : / / www.uscis.gov / e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.

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