Drilling Superintendent

Job overview

The Drilling Superintendent is an onsite, office-based leadership role in Reno, NV, with up to 30% domestic and international travel. The listed base salary range is $180,000–$190,000 per year, with a 10% annual discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits. The role supports drilling operations for a leading energy development company. The superintendent leads field personnel and drilling programs across projects, with responsibility for safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations. By overseeing operational execution, strengthening procedures, managing contractors, and coordinating with engineering and other teams, the role works to improve performance and control costs.

What you'll do

• Champion safety and compliance with well control procedures
• participate in safety audits and assist with emergency response planning
• supervise and mentor field personnel
• hold contractors accountable for safety, performance, and contract compliance
• oversee rig mobilizations, demobilizations, and operational transitions
• address technical challenges
• develop standard operating procedures
• lead supplier quality meetings
• review and approve operational expenses
• drive cost reduction
• collaborate with well engineering, geoscience, supply chain, and project management.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

drilling superintendent

reno nv

trisearch

$180k–$190k/year

10% discretionary bonus

onsite

up to 30% travel

drilling operations

oil and gas

well control

iwcf supervisor certification

rig mobilization

safety and compliance

relocation assistance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package
• 10% annual discretionary bonus
• relocation assistance available.

Why this role

Up to 30% travel; relocation assistance available. Requires 15–20 years of progressive drilling experience working directly for an operator or oil and gas company and IWCF supervisor-level well control certification. Engineering bachelor’s degree and geothermal experience preferred, not required.

About the employer

TriSearch is hiring for this role. Industry: Drilling Oil and Gas Wells. Sector: 21.