Drilling Assistant (Geotechnical)

In this role, you will support and lead drilling operations in support of large-scale construction projects. Our drillers are the backbone of what we do and independently operate with limited supervision to deliver construction materials tests beyond the scope of basic testing.

ABOUT THE JOB

Responsibilities:Drilling• Assist in all aspects of drilling operations while gaining experiences necessary to work with minimal direction• Help in collection of data and samples in the field under the direction of the crew chief• Return field samples labeled, organized and complete• Forward the samples to the project manager and/or clientMaintenance• Responsible for maintaining the tooling, equipment and support vehicle• Assist in drill rig maintenance and repairsSafety• Responsible for promoting and adhering to safe work practice• Use required and approved personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all functionsMeet Department of Transportation Requirements• Operate support vehicles in a safe and lawful manner• Maintain necessary documentation relating to the operation of commercial motor vehicles, if applicable

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in all aspects of drilling operations while gaining experiences necessary to work with minimal direction
• Help in collection of data and samples in the field under the direction of the crew chief
• Return field samples labeled, organized and complete
• Forward the samples to the project manager and/or client
• Responsible for maintaining the tooling, equipment and support vehicle
• Assist in drill rig maintenance and repairs
• Responsible for promoting and adhering to safe work practice
• Use required and approved personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all functions
• Operate support vehicles in a safe and lawful manner
• Maintain necessary documentation relating to the operation of commercial motor vehicles, if applicable

QUALIFICATIONS

• A valid driver's license and good driving record required
• Must have the ability to obtain a valid CDL license within 90 days
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Ability to lift to 75 pounds on a regular basis
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather
• Must be available to travel up to 50% and on short notice
• Must be available for night and weekend work
• Pass a Drug Screen and Background Check

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Job Requirements:-A valid driver's license and good driving record required-Must have the ability to obtain a valid CDL license within 90 days-Good mechanical aptitude-Ability to lift to 75 pounds on a regular basis-Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather-Must be available to travel up to 50% and on short notice-Must be available for night and weekend work-Pass a Drug Screen and Background Check

ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES

All Services

PROGRAM COST

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Locations Available: North Dakota: Dickinson, Bismark, Fargo, Minot / Minnesota: Hibbing, Duluth, St Cloud, Minneapolis, Mankato, Rochester / Wisconsin: LaCrosse / Iowa: Des Moines, Cedar Rapids / Illinois: Chicago / Kansas: Lenexa / Texas: Amarillo, Lubbock, Dallas, Wichita Falls, Tyler, Austin, San Antonio, Houston / Colorado: Denver