Drillers Needed

July 2, 2019

Growing geotechnical engineering business with healthy backlog of challenging projects needs experienced driller to lead 2 and 3-man crews for field subsurface explorations. Must be experienced with auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring techniques. In-situ testing techniques will include Standard Penetration Testing (SPT), Field Permeability Testing and collection of undisturbed samples using Shelby tube and piston samplers. Work also includes installation of instrumentation, piezometers and monitor wells.

Essential Role and Responsibilities:

  • 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
  • In charge of two or three-person crews on sites with potentially variable site surface conditions requiring borings up to depths of approximately 150 feet.
  • Assists in the location of exploration points, including confirming with the Project Engineer that all points have been cleared by utility companies as safe for exploration.
  • Drives medium duty straight trucks to various job sites. Operates and drives 4WD truck-mounted and all-terrain vehicle-mounted drill rigs.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 5 years of drilling experience.
  • Valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
  • Able to stand for long periods of time and lift 75 pounds repeatedly
  • Current Water Well Contractor License a plus

Benefits:

  • Company vehicle
  • Pay based on experience and performance
  • Small business, friendly work environment
  • Paid benefits such as medical, dental & vision
  • Paid time off
  • 401-k retirement plan with company match
  • Job Type: Full-time
Our Meskel & Associates Engineering (MAE) field crew is hard at work conducting bridge borings and subsurface exploration along the I-4 corridor in Orlando.

Gathering essential geotechnical data is a critical first step to ensure safe, stable, and long-lasting bridge structures for millions of Florida commuters. Proud of our team out in the field getting their boots dirty to keep our FL community moving forward safely!
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We are hiring for a Drilling Department Manager!
Pattillo Industrial Real Estate has submitted updated plans for “Project Option Connect” (Building 11)—a massive 1.11-million-square-foot warehouse facility sprawling across 71.79 acres at NorthPoint Industrial Park.
As projects of this scale move forward, solid structural integrity starts from the ground up. Meskel & Associates Engineering (MAE) is proud to have been awarded the contract to deliver comprehensive Construction Materials Testing (CMT), Inspection and Laboratory Services to ensure every phase meets project specifications.
Our engineering and testing teams support developments like this with:
• Concrete Testing: Comprehensive lab sampling and strength testing for tilt-wall panel construction and heavy slab foundations.
• Earthwork & Soils: In-situ density testing, subgrade evaluations, and compaction verifications for massive parking facilities and truck courts.
• Quality Assurance: On-site inspections to verify structural components comply with design standards from day one.
From massive industrial hubs to local infrastructure, MAE delivers the geotechnical and materials testing precision needed to build with confidence.

📍 Location: 3855 Port Jacksonville Parkway, North Jacksonville, FL
📐 Project Scope: 1.1+ Million SQ FT Distribution & Office Space
Another month, another perfect score!
Meskel and Associates Engineering (MAE) is proud to share our latest performance results on both of our FDOT contracts.
For July 2026, our lab earned an Outstanding rating (5/5) for reporting into FDOT's MAC system — entering all test results within one business day, a 100% on-time rate.
This continues a strong streak throughout 2026, with our team consistently hitting same-day reporting across every month evaluated so far this year. Behind every one of those numbers is a lab team that treats deadlines as a baseline, not a stretch goal.
At MAE, timely, accurate materials testing isn't just a contract requirement — it's how we support safer roads and keep FDOT's project schedules on track.
Proud of our team for this consistency and looking forward to keeping the standard high through the rest of the year.
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At MAE, our furry companions keep our spirits high, our hearts full, and sometimes, our offices lively! Today, we're celebrating the adorable four-legged family members who bring so much joy to their families every day. 

Drop a photo of your own pup in the comments below—we’d love to meet them! 👇

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Our crew from MAE (Meskel & Associates Engineering) is out conducting nighttime geotechnical soil sampling and site investigation along Gate Parkway in Jacksonville. Performing this work after hours keeps traffic moving smoothly during peak daytime hours while ensuring safety for both our team and passing drivers.

Huge thanks to the night crew working hard to keep Jacksonville’s infrastructure projects moving forward safely and efficiently!

📍 Location: Gate Parkway, Jacksonville, FL
🚧 Status: Active Nighttime Operations