Geotechnical Drilling Assistant

About the role

Braun Intertec is seeking a geotechnical drilling assistant to join our Bloomington, MN office. The Drilling Assistant has primary responsibility for performing subsurface investigations for geotechnical and environmental purposes, which can involve collecting soil, rock, and groundwater samples and logging field data. These investigations take place over a wide variety of terrain, conditions, and weather. The Drilling Assistant will assist the Crew Chief in all aspects of the drilling operation and is expected to eventually gain the experience necessary to perform all the duties of a Crew Chief.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Crew Chief in all aspects of drilling operation, while gaining the experience necessary to work with minimal direction
• Assists in the collection of field samples and data
• Returns field samples and data, organized and completed, to the Project Manager
• Responsible for maintaining tooling, equipment, and vehicles
• Assists the Crew Chief with troubleshooting mechanical problems and performing required repairs
• Uses required and approved personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all functions
• Responsible for promoting, communicating, and adhering to safe work practices
• Responsible for completing all required paperwork and training in a timely manner
• Operates vehicles in a safe and lawful manner
• Maintains necessary compliance documentation relating to the operation of commercial motor vehicles

Qualifications

• Prior geotechnical drilling experience is preferred, but not required
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform necessary repairs
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers, customers, and supervisors, while fostering a collaborative and engaging work environment
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
• Ability to problem solve and work in a dynamic work environment with ambiguity and changing priorities
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English
• Dependable, with the ability to maintain reliable attendance and work a full-time schedule which sometimes includes weekend and night work
• Must be available for travel up to 50%, occasionally on short notice
• Ability to work outdoors in a field/construction work setting, in all types of weather conditions and terrain
• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Ability to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis, 75 lbs occasionally
• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to obtain a CDL license within 90 days is preferred
• Ability to pass a driving/road test
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen, criminal background check, and motor vehicle record check
• Willing to expand skills and certifications through company‑provided training and mentoring

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• ESOP
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays

Pay

Compensation Range: $45,000.00 - $74,000.00

Schedule

• Full-time schedule
• Occasional weekend and night work
• Travel up to 50% of time, occasionally on short notice