Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyTransportation, Department of

TitleDrill Rig Operator / Trainee 1 / Trainee 2

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $41399 to $59757 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

"Other" Explanation Monday - Thursday

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Broome

Street Address 44 Hawley Street

City Binghamton

StateNY

Zip Code13901

Job Specifics

Duties Description As a Drill Rig Operator (DRO), the incumbent may: supervise a State drill crew;
obtain soil and rock samples for engineering purposes; select the drilling method suitable for the geologic conditions
encountered during borehole progression; install geotechnical instrumentation devices, such as slope
indicators and open well piezometers; assemble a floating barge when drilling over water, including anchoring and stabilizing, to provide a safe working platform; read engineering plans to identify boring locations; coordinate utility clearance for boreholes in accordance with Industrial Code 53;
prepare vehicle reports; maintain detailed field logs for each boring; and train Assistant Drill Rig Operators, Assistant Drill Rig Operator Trainees, and laborers.

This position may require frequent and independent statewide travel from a Region 9 (Binghamton) base.

During the winter, DRO’s will be assigned to a Residency for snow and ice response (operates heavy dump trucks with plow, wing, and spreader attachments to simultaneously plow snow and control ice).


Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications Drill Rig Operator Trainee 1, NS=Grade 9

Non-Competitive: Candidate must possess a valid New York State Class D driver’s license and be able to pass a medical and physical examination demonstrating the ability to perform physical labor prior to permanent appointment.

Special requirement: Candidate must acquire a New York State Class B commercial driver’s license permit by six months into the traineeship.

Drill Rig Operator Trainee 2, NS=Grade 11

Non-Competitive: Candidate must have one year of experience working as a driller’s helper in an organization that does geotechnical drilling; possess a valid New York State Class B commercial driver’s license without air-brake restriction; must pass a medical and physical examination demonstrating ability to perform physical labor and, within 30 calendar days of hire, must satisfactorily demonstrate ability to meet Drill Rig Operator Trainee 1 drilling skills and pump operation, and have acceptable knowledge of safety, traffic control, and drill tool identification.

Special requirement: Candidate must acquire a New York State Class A commercial driver’s license by six months into the traineeship.

Drill Rig Operator, Grade 12

Non-Competitive: Candidate must have two years of experience assisting in the operation of drilling equipment used for acquiring samples of rock, soil, and pavement, and measuring ground water as part of subsurface exploration for geotechnical engineering purposes; possess a valid Class A commercial driver’s license without air- brake restriction; must pass a medical examination demonstrating ability to perform heavy physical labor; and within 30 calendar days of hire, must satisfactorily demonstrate ability to meet Drill Rig Operator drilling and safety skills, know visual soil identification, and complete introduction to instrumentation; and within six months of hire, must complete 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training to identify and deal with hazardous material.

Additional Comments Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title and assignment. Cannabis use will be tested for during
the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal from employment.
The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Women, minority group members, disabled persons and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request,
reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.
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In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original
document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Justine Brennan, Administrative Services Director

Telephone 607-721-8144

Fax 607-721-8279

Email Address Justine.Brennan@dot.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Department of Transportation

44 Hawley Street Room 905

City Binghamton

State NY

Zip Code 13901

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number R9-25-27 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than March 7, 2025 to Justine.Brennan@dot.ny.gov.