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Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief

Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief

(Locations: Minnesota & LaCrosse, Wisconsin.

Pay (Hourly):  $28-$32 per hour. PLUS OVERTIME.

Note:  A notional gross earnings range of $4,480-$5,120 per month based on a 40- hour work week and 4 weeks per month.

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:

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Operate drill rig and oversee drilling operations for auger borings, rock coring, monitoring wells, instrumentation installation and other types of drilling as required

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Know when to use different drilling methods

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Collect and log factual field data to the specifications and/or job instructions provided

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Keep a boring/coring log of data and samples obtained and other required information

Required Skills:

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Must be able to communicate effectively with engineers and clients

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Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis

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Must work outdoors in all types of weather

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Be willing to travel 50% and overnight

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Good mechanical aptitude

Seeking a Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chiefs to join our Minnesota teams. 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, PTO, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), paid holidays, paid volunteer day, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

 

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.

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Ability to pass a road test

Maintenance

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Responsible for maintenance, repair and general condition of the drill rig, support truck and other equipment

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Must be able to diagnose mechanical problems and perform necessary repairs

Safety

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Responsible for promoting and adhering to a safe work practice

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Use required and approved personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all functions

Department of Transportation (DOT) Adherence

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Operate drill rigs, tractor trailers and support vehicles in safe and lawful manner

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Maintain necessary documentation relating to the operation of commercial motor vehicles

Required Experience

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At least two years related drilling experience required

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Training and supervision of drilling assistant on the drilling site

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Communication with project managers, clients, schedulers and supervisors

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Responsible for daily production and efficient use of drill crew’s time as required by scope of work for individual projects

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Responsible for the safety of the drill crew and other site personnel

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Driving of DOT regulated vehicles and all responsibilities and knowledge that is required to stay in compliance with DOT requirements

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Daily inspections of equipment to satisfy DOT requirements and the proper record keeping as required by DOT regulations

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Good driving record

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Class A or B Commercial Driver's License required

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40-hour Hazmat Training preferred

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