Drilling Assistant (Geotechnical)
ABOUT US:
An employee-owned company headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, our projects range in all sizes and complexities, including NFL, MLB, and MLS stadiums; interstate highways; municipal and county roadways; light rail transit; bus rapid transit; commercial and multi-family low rise to high rise structures; water and wastewater plants and utilities; in situ assessment of structures and materials. Our full-scale laboratories, drilling operations, and field service experts complement and support our engineering teams.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Responsibilities:
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Drilling
Job Summary:
Assist in all aspects of drilling operations while gaining experiences necessary to work with minimal direction
Help in collection of data and samples in the field under the direction of the crew chief
Return field samples labeled, organized and complete
Forward the samples to the project manager and/or client
Required Skills:
A valid driver's license and good driving record required
Must have ability to obtain a valid CDL license within 90 days
Good mechanical aptitude
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis
Must be able to work in outdoors in all types of weather
Seeking Geotechnical Drilling Assistants to join our MN offices. The successful candidate will be encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.
The successful candidate will be encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.
Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, ESOP, PTO, and paid holidays.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
Must be available to travel up to 50% and on short notice
Must be available for night and weekend work
Maintenance
Responsible for maintaining the tooling, equipment and support vehicle
Assist in drill rig maintenance and repairs
Safety
Responsible for promoting and adhering to a safe work practice
Use required and approved personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all functions
Department of Transportation
Operate support vehicles in safe and lawful manner
Maintain necessary documentation relating to the operation of commercial motor vehicles, if applicable
Preferred Experience (not required):
Previous geotechnical or related drilling experience desirable