Job Description

General Responsibilities:

Drilling / Exploration Technician (Entry Level)

Location: Omaha, NE + Regional Travel

Looking to start a hands-on career with long-term stability—not seasonal layoffs? Terracon offers year‑round work, paid training, and a clear path to advancement in a growing industry. If you enjoy working outdoors, learning technical skills, and being part of a safety‑focused team, this could be the opportunity for you.

Why Join Terracon?

We don’t just offer a job—we offer a career path:

• ✅Stable, year‑round employment
• ✅Paid, on‑the‑job training—no prior drilling experience required
• ✅Clear advancement opportunities, including growing into a Team Leader role
• ✅Employee ownership—you share in the company’s success
• ✅Strong safety culture that prioritizes your well‑being
• ✅ Opportunity to work on projects across Nebraska and beyond
• ✅ Build specialized skills that are always in demand

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

As an Entry-Level Drilling / Exploration Technician, you’ll train alongside experienced professionals while building skills that lead to a long-term career:

• Work year‑round (not seasonal like landscaping, snow removal, or construction)
• Learn drilling and exploration fundamentals, including:
• Equipment operation and maintenance (augers, bits, tooling)
• Soil and rock testing methods
• Installation of groundwater monitoring wells
• Basics of reading civil and geotechnical plans
• Assist the Lead Operator with daily field operations
• Drive medium‑duty trucks to job sites across the region
• Follow Terracon’s Safety‑First culture:
• Participate in pre‑task planning
• Follow all safety standards and report concerns
• Maintain quality standards on every project
• Travel regionally and occasionally nationwide with per diem provided

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Little to no prior experience required—we’ll train you
• Willingness to travel for projects
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within 30 days of hire
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions
• Dependable, safety‑minded, and eager to learn