Mar 30, 2026

Vertical Foundation Drillers

Job Description

Trillium Construction is now hiring experienced Foundation Drillers for long-term work, traveling to projects in the Southeast! This is a high-hour, travel-intensive opportunity ideal for drillers who are comfortable working with heavy equipment and large foundation crews. 

Job Duties

  • Perform drilled shaft foundation (vertical drilling) operations
  • Operate drill rigs including CZM, IMT, Bayshore, or similar equipment
  • Use crane-mounted drilling attachments
  • Perform basic mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Safely handle materials weighing 80–100 lbs for extended periods
  • Work safely around large excavators, dozers, cranes, and heavy machinery

Pay starts at $27/hr, depending on experience. All travel time paid, hotels provided with an additional $50/day all 7 days. 

Must be able to report to Prairieville, LA for new-hire training and at the start of each project. This position is heavy travel - typically gone 10-12 days at a time and home for 1-3 days. Average of 60-80/hrs 

 

Requirements

  • 2–3+ years of drilling experience, specifically in drilled shaft foundation work
  • Experience operating drill rigs such as CZM, IMT, Bayshore, or comparable
  • Class A or B CDL, or Louisiana Class D Driver’s License
  • Valid TWIC card
  • Basic mechanical skills
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the job
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment testing

Call Lexi at 615-425-0008

https://trilliumstaffing.com/jobs/job/791438-drill-operator-per-diem-offered-prairieville-louisiana.html 

PAY

30+

PER DIEM

Hotel + $50

HOURS

60-80