Review Vacancy
AgencyTransportation, Department of
TitleAssistant Drill Rig Operator/Trainee 2/Trainee 1 (Region 9)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $51641 to $70548 Annually
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 participating within the Incident Command System to support the Department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.
Minimum Qualifications Drill Rig Operator Trainee 1 SG-NS/ 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 license permit by six months into the traineeship.
Drill Rig Operator Trainee 2 SG-NS/ 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 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 license by completion of 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 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 Trainee 2 drilling and safety skills, know visual soil identification, and complete introduction to instrumentation; and within six months of hire, must complete 40-hour Hazpower training to identify and deal with hazardous material.
Additional Comments Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
The starting salary for Drill Rig Operator is $59,425.
This amount is comprised of the base salary of $50,425 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000 specific to this title and location.
The starting salary for this position as a Trainee 1 is $51,641.
This amount is comprised of the base salary of $42,641 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000 specific to this title and location.
The starting salary for this position as a Trainee 2 is $56,695.
This amount is comprised of the base salary of $47,695 with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000 specific to this title and location.
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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address Dot.sm.r09.PersonnelDOTjobs@dot.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Department of Transportation
44 Hawley St, Room 905
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a current resume and letter of interest with Notice Number R9-26-18 included in the subject line and referenced in the cover letter no later than April 6, 2026.
NYS Department of Transportation, R9
Attn: Justine Brennan, Administrative Services Director
44 Hawley St. Room 905 Binghamton, NY 13901
607-721-8144 Fax 607-721-8279
Dot.sm.r09.personnelDOTjobs@dot.ny.gov