Driller Trainee - Orlando
Responsibilities
- Able to lift drill steel and materials weighing up to 80 lbs.
- Label sample containers as directed
- Aid driller in maintenance and repairs to drill rig
- Perform duties at multiple job sites
- Load and unload trucks
- Smoothly and quickly connect and disconnect the lower parts of the drill pipe
- Absorb samples of the soil for analysis
- Assist in installing monitoring well casing and screens
- Clean and maintain equipment
- Move drilling rigs and equipment from site to site, set up on the new site
- Absorb well development and pumping tests
- Operate equipment such as pumps for air, water and mud, and equipment and tools used to correct problems in drilled holes
- Perform other duties as assigned by the crew chief
Qualifications
- Experience preferred, but will train
- Mechanical skills preferred
- Class A or Class B CDL license a plus
- Must be able to obtain DOT Medical Examiners Certificate or have current certificate prior to employment
- Must pass company background checks including drug screen
- Must have acceptable driving record within company standards
- Local candidates preferred; no relocation
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and much more
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
The schedule is flexible and may vary based on project needs.
Skills
Physical strength, mechanical aptitude, and ability to follow instructions are essential.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with company match
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
The schedule is flexible and may vary based on project needs.
Company Information
Ardaman & Associates, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech, who is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
About the Role
Our Orlando office has an opportunity available for a Driller Trainee. This position assists the crew chief in solid auger and rotary drilling techniques, helping move, set up and operate drill rigs and related equipment to drill test holes for geotechnical engineering studies. Site investigation/geotechnical drilling is done to determine the soil characteristics on sites to be developed as building, roadways and bridges. Work is outdoors. The work is generally physically demanding. However, safety in our work is an uncompromised value and we are proud of our safety record.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.