Driller Assistant/Exploration Team Member I

General Responsibilities

• 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.
• Install instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells and inclinometers.
• Work as part of a multiple person team on projects.
• 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

• This is an entry level position.
• No experience is required.
• The employee will be expected to perform the following tasks:
• Load tooling and materials;
• Assist in drilling operations and instrumentation and monitoring well installation;
• Collect soil and rock samples and log field data;
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance;
• Perform basic surveying and site reconnaissance;
• Drive a medium-duty truck and trailer;
• Learn to inspect and how to maintain 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

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Limited or no experience required.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days of employment.