Driller Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Driller jobs in the U.S. span oil and gas, water well, geotechnical, and mining sectors, and visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates. Employers filing H-2B visa temporary labor certifications or pursuing EB-3 green cards can sponsor foreign workers when no qualified U.S. applicants are available for the role.
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Get Access To All JobsGeotechnical Driller - Houston, Texas
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Geotechnical Driller to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Houston, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.
Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities.
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.
What are we looking for?
The Geotechnical Driller is responsible for performing a variety of drilling activities to obtain boring samples. Examples include soil drilling, rock coring, sampling, classifications, in-situ testing and monitoring well installation.
Salary & Benefits Information
Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job-related duties.
In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.
What you’ll do:
- Investigate sub surface conditions, recognize and identify soil and rock types and material classification
- Operate drilling equipment at shallow to moderate depths to perform complex site investigations
- Responsible for drill rig transportation
- Train and direct Driller Assistants, identify and coordinate daily work schedules at job site
- Direct site inquiries from general public to the project team
- Prepare tooling and supplies for the day’s tasks and loads/unloads/assembles/disassembles augers; trouble shoot drilling challenges
- Retrieve / log samples and maintain record log of drilling activities
- Clean and maintain equipment and perform site clean up
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
- 2 years’ related geotechnical drilling experience
- Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
- Travel up to 50%
- Ability to lift, move, push and pull up to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance
- Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound
- Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures
- Ability to climb occasionally, and work at various heights
- Ability to work overnight hours and off shift
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
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Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site. Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
Geotechnical Driller - Houston, Texas
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Geotechnical Driller to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Houston, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.
Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities.
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.
What are we looking for?
The Geotechnical Driller is responsible for performing a variety of drilling activities to obtain boring samples. Examples include soil drilling, rock coring, sampling, classifications, in-situ testing and monitoring well installation.
Salary & Benefits Information
Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job-related duties.
In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.
What you’ll do:
- Investigate sub surface conditions, recognize and identify soil and rock types and material classification
- Operate drilling equipment at shallow to moderate depths to perform complex site investigations
- Responsible for drill rig transportation
- Train and direct Driller Assistants, identify and coordinate daily work schedules at job site
- Direct site inquiries from general public to the project team
- Prepare tooling and supplies for the day’s tasks and loads/unloads/assembles/disassembles augers; trouble shoot drilling challenges
- Retrieve / log samples and maintain record log of drilling activities
- Clean and maintain equipment and perform site clean up
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
- 2 years’ related geotechnical drilling experience
- Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
- Travel up to 50%
- Ability to lift, move, push and pull up to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance
- Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound
- Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures
- Ability to climb occasionally, and work at various heights
- Ability to work overnight hours and off shift
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
LI-ST1
CA-ST
Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site. Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Driller Jobs
Verify your credentials match U.S. licensing standards
Drilling certifications vary by state and specialty. Check whether your country-of-origin rig operator or blasting credentials have a recognized U.S. equivalent before applying, since employers filing a PERM labor certification must document that your qualifications satisfy the posted job requirements.
Target employers with active H-2B or PERM history
Use Migrate Mate to find drilling employers with verified sponsorship filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never navigated the process. Focus on contractors operating in oil and gas basins, water utility projects, and geotechnical firms with ongoing federal or state contracts.
Distinguish temporary versus permanent sponsorship routes
H-2B covers seasonal or temporary drilling projects up to one year, while EB-3 leads to a green card for skilled workers with two or more years of experience. Clarify which route the employer intends to pursue before you invest time in the application, since the documentation and timelines differ significantly.
Document hands-on rig hours in a verifiable format
PERM labor certification requires the employer to prove your experience meets the job's minimum requirements. Compile logbooks, rig reports, or employer letters that specify equipment types operated, footage drilled, and depths reached, since generic employment letters rarely satisfy DOL auditors reviewing extraction occupations.
Ask employers about the H-2B cap timing early
H-2B has a 66,000 annual cap split across two half-year periods. If a drilling contractor needs you for a summer project, they must file well ahead of the April 1 start-date window. Confirm their timeline before accepting a verbal offer, as late filings routinely miss the cap.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty accurately
Drilling encompasses distinct O*NET occupations including rotary drill operators, earth drillers, and blasters, each with different prevailing wage levels under the OFLC Wage Search. Confirm which classification your role falls under so your employer's LCA or PERM matches the actual duties you'll perform on site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which visa types realistically cover driller roles for foreign workers?
H-2B is the most common route for temporary or seasonal drilling work, covering projects up to one year with extensions possible to a three-year total. EB-3 skilled worker is the main green card pathway, requiring the employer to complete PERM labor certification and prove no qualified U.S. workers are available. H-1B visa does not apply because drilling roles don't require a specialty degree.
Does a driller need a bachelor's degree to get visa sponsorship?
Not for H-2B or EB-3 skilled worker. H-2B requires only that the employer demonstrate a temporary need and no available U.S. workers. EB-3 skilled worker requires at least two years of training or experience but no degree. Degree requirements only apply to H-1B, which doesn't fit drilling roles, so your rig experience and certifications carry more weight than academic credentials.
How do I find U.S. drilling employers who actively sponsor visas?
Browse Migrate Mate to find drilling employers with verified sponsorship histories. Focus your search on contractors with ongoing federal infrastructure, oil and gas, or water utility projects, since those tend to have recurring labor needs that make sponsorship economically practical for the employer.
How long does the H-2B process take for a drilling job, and what can delay it?
The H-2B process typically takes three to four months from the employer's initial DOL temporary labor certification filing through USCIS approval. The biggest delays are cap exhaustion, which fills quickly each half-year period, and incomplete prevailing wage documentation. Employers targeting the April 1 start-date window must begin the process by late December to stay on schedule.
Can a driller transition from H-2B to a green card while working in the U.S.?
Yes, but H-2B carries no dual intent, meaning you must demonstrate nonimmigrant intent at each renewal and entry. A green card application requires a separate employer commitment to file a PERM labor certification and an EB-3 immigrant petition. The transition works best when an employer values retaining you long-term and is willing to begin the PERM process while your H-2B status is still valid.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Driller jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.