Entry Level Technician - Drilling

Responsibilities

• Deliver the OWN Experience every day by focusing on what drives our success—Clients, OWNers, Safety, Quality, and Financial Health.
• Operate drilling equipment, including drill rigs and associated machinery, following established safety protocols and operating procedures.
• Perform drilling operations, such as soil and rock sampling, core drilling, and installation of monitoring wells, ensuring accurate and high-quality data collection.
• Assist with the set-up and mobilization of drilling equipment and tools to project sites, including assembling and disassembling drill rigs, and preparing drilling fluids.
• Conduct drilling activities in accordance with project plans and specifications, under the guidance of a Drilling Supervisor or Project Manager.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of drilling equipment, ensuring proper functioning and identifying any repair or maintenance needs.
• Collect and handle soil and rock samples, properly labeling and packaging them for laboratory testing and analysis.
• Assist in conducting in-situ tests, such as standard penetration tests (SPT) or cone penetration tests (CPT), and record accurate test data for further analysis.
• Follow strict safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment for yourself, colleagues, and other project personnel.
• Maintain organized and accurate drilling logs, documenting drilling progress, equipment usage, encountered subsurface conditions, and other relevant information.
• Collaborate with the geotechnical engineering team to provide support during field investigations, including test pits, borehole logging, and instrumentation installations.
• Adhere to environmental regulations and best practices, ensuring proper containment and disposal of drilling waste materials.
• Assist in site restoration activities, including backfilling boreholes, grading, and reseeding, to restore project sites to their original condition.
• Participate in regular safety meetings, training sessions, and toolbox talks to enhance safety awareness and maintain compliance with industry standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. Vocational training or certifications in drilling operations is preferred.
• Previous experience as a Drilling Technician or similar role, preferably in the geotechnical or environmental drilling field.
• Knowledge of drilling techniques, equipment, and drilling fluids commonly used in geotechnical investigations.
• Familiarity with drilling equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of soil and rock classification, as well as drilling and sampling methods.
• Strong commitment to safety, adhering to safety protocols and guidelines at all times.
• Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, including lifting heavy equipment and materials, and working in various weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data collection, recording, and reporting.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Valid drivers license and a clean driving record.
• Physical capacity requirement.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and work overtime as required.