Exploration Director jobs in North Dakota

Exploration Director directs and develops an organization's oil and gas exploration projects. Analyzes and evaluates the opportunities, risk and profits for oil and gas deposits exploration. Being an Exploration Director initiates exploration plans based on compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Directs geological and geophysical programs and may have oversight for land acquisition and leasing activities. Additionally, Exploration Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Exploration Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be an Exploration Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Driller/Exploration Team Member
  • Terracon
  • Fargo, ND FULL_TIME
  • Job Description

    General Responsibilities:

    Exploration Team Members (ETMs) will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques. Drill methods may include; auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring techniques. In-situ testing techniques may include cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing, and rock dilatometer testing. Work may also include the installation of instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells and inclinometers. Work as part of a multiple person team on projects. ETMs will perform daily tasks including: survey and locate drilling points; conduct site reconnaissance; load/unload tooling, materials and samples; classify soil and rock samples; perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment, prepare internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT Logs) paperwork.

    Essential Roles And Responsibilities

    • The employee will be expected to perform the following tasks:
      • Operate a geotechnical drill rig to advance shallow boreholes in soil.
      • Oversee a 2-man drill crew in all tasks associated with drilling operations.
      • Install instrumentation and monitoring wells.
      • Perform routine repairs and maintenance.
      • Perform basic surveying, site reconnaissance, and utility clearance tasks
      • Drive all forms of drilling equipment to and from project locations.
      • Work to independently inspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment.
      • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
      • Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
    Requirements:

    • High school diploma or equivalent.
    • Minimum 1-year experience.
    • Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
    • Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days of employment.
    • Many states require specific driller/well installation licensure. When applicable, such licensure is required.

    Preferred Certification and Skills:

    • Experience in
      • In-Situ test methods
      • Instrumentation Installation
      • Barge Drilling
      • Angle Drilling
      • Environmental Drilling
    • Regional Drilling Licensure
    • Valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license.
    About Terracon

    Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

    Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

    EEO Statement

    Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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Driller/Exploration Team Member
  • Terracon Consultants, Inc.
  • Fargo, ND FULL_TIME
  • Job Description General Responsibilities:Exploration Team Members (ETMs) will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques. Drill methods may include...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Driller/Exploration Team Member III
  • Terracon
  • Grand Forks, ND FULL_TIME
  • Job DescriptionGeneral Responsibilities:Exploration Team Members (ETMs) will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques. Drill methods may include;...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Driller/Exploration Team Member III
  • Terracon Consultants, Inc.
  • Grand Forks, ND FULL_TIME
  • Job Description General Responsibilities:Exploration Team Members (ETMs) will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques. Drill methods may include...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Director
  • Allegiance Group
  • Watford, ND FULL_TIME
  • Director of Boring Division (horizontal drilling)Relocation package is available for this role (up to $30k)About the Job: Our client is seeking a dynamic Director to lead our Boring Division (horizont...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Director
  • ABC Child Care Center
  • Minot, ND FULL_TIME
  • In order to qualify for this position, the applicant must have one of the following: 1) A four-year college degree with 6 months of experience in childcare. 2) A two-year college degree in the child c...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Afternoon Assistant Teacher/After Care Program Supervisor
  • Nebraska Department of Education
  • Lincoln, NE
  • Montessori School for Young Children Afternoon Assistant Teacher/After Care Program Supervisor Preferred Qualifications ...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • Leadenhall Search & Selection
  • Leadenhall Search and Selection are working with a global consulting firm, specialising in talent strategies. With a foc...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • New York Kids Club
  • New York, NY
  • Job Type Full-time Description NY Kids Club & NY Preschool is New York's premier children's enrichment space and accredi...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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OR Director
  • Insight Global
  • Macon, GA
  • Insight Global is seeking the perfect candidate for a contract to hire Operating Room Director located in Macon, Georgia...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • University of Texas at Dallas
  • Richardson, TX
  • Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S05701P Position Title Director Functional Title Director, International ...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • PRIDE Health
  • Portland, OR
  • profession: Director specialty: Rehab clientName: Reliant Rehabilitation - Glisan Care Center city: Portland state: OR s...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Director/Director
  • BioPhase
  • San Diego, CA
  • We seek an enthusiastic and highly motivated DMPK Lead to join our seasoned drug discovery and early development team. Y...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Photo Director/Associate Photo Director
  • Aquent
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • FANTASTIC PHOTO DIRECTOR OPPORTUNITY RELOCATION Assistance Provided if Needed Our client, a leading provider of shipping...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

North Dakota is a Midwestern state of the United States. It borders Canada and lies at the center of the North American continent. The geographic center of North America is near the town of Rugby. Bismarck is the capital of North Dakota, and Fargo is the largest city. Soil is North Dakota's most precious resource. It is the base of the state's great agricultural wealth. But North Dakota also has enormous mineral resources. These mineral resources include billions of tons of lignite coal. In addition, North Dakota has large oil reserves. Petroleum was discovered in the state in 1951 and quickly...
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Income Estimation for Exploration Director jobs
$420,967 to $593,301

Exploration Director in Yakima, WA
Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Exploration, the job focus will be on identifying, acquiring and advancing exploration opportunities to the production stage, with an emphasis on the Superior Province of Canada.
December 20, 2019
Exploration Director in Melbourne, FL
Exploration geologists are typically employed by organisations working within the minerals extraction industry, oil companies, contractors, the British Geological Survey (part of the National Environment Research Council) and consultancies.
December 30, 2019
Exploration Director in Medford, OR
Exploration geologists are responsible for identifying and assessing the location, quantity and quality of mineral deposits.
December 14, 2019