Entry Level Engineering Technician

About the role

We are seeking an Engineering Technician to support drilling and subsurface investigation projects. This is a hands-on, primarily field-based role working alongside drilling crews to assist with site operations, sample collection, equipment maintenance, and project support. Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor work, physical activity, and learning technical field processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist drilling crews with field investigations and drilling activities.
• Support site setup, equipment mobilization, and sample collection.
• Load, transport, and maintain drilling tools and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on rigs, trucks, trailers, and support equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Assist with shop, yard, and equipment preparation between projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in construction, drilling, field services, environmental work, mechanical maintenance, or general labor preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor environments.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally and regionally.
• CDL is a plus and may qualify for higher pay.

Work environment

This position is approximately 80% field-based and 20% shop/office-based, with year-round work and opportunities for training, certifications, and career growth. Travel is primarily local and regional, with occasional overnight assignments.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $22.00 – $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)