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Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Bureau of Reclamation
• Department: Department of the Interior
• Location: Billings, Montana
• Salary: $29.39 – $34.29/hr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: 2
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Date Posted: 2026-10-28
• Application Deadline: 2026-11-12

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Job Summary

Reclamation is seeking a few new professionals looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Drill Rig Operator Helper. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 22 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.

Key Responsibilities

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: - Supports drill rig operations by transporting equipment, preparing drill sites, and assisting in the setup of drill and auger rigs and associated machinery. - Operates a variety of hand and power tools, including jackhammers, chain saws, pumps, generators, hoists, and winches, to aid drilling and drain-cleaning activities.

- Drives and operates the water truck and trailer, including loading water and ensuring proper transport of drilling equipment and supplies. - Loads, unloads, cleans, and maintains tools, materials, and equipment used in drilling operations, ensuring proper storage and upkeep of the drill trailer.

- Assists Drill Rig Operators with preventative maintenance and repairs, while safely handling equipment and following all required safety procedures during field and warehouse activities.

- Demonstrate appropriate judgment, dependability and reliability to safely operate motor vehicles in the performance of routine tasks, such as general labor duties with little supervision, to carry out received detailed instructions on new assignments from higher graded, lead Drill Rig Operators, and exercise proper judgment to perform work in accordance with all safety procedures.

Salary Range Information (Per Hour): Step 01 $29.39- Step 05 $34.29 First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.

Requirements & Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

Contact

veronica_nunez@ios.doi.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Reclamation, Department of the Interior.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $29.39 – $34.29/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-12.

How many openings are available?

There are 2 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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