$18/hr+ Construction Driller Helper

Building & Earth Sciences•Montgomery, AL

About The Position

The Construction Driller Helper assists a crew chief with geotechnical and environmental subsurface investigations. The position involves handling drill tooling, driving support vehicles, and helping monitor safety on job sites. Work is generally full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional early starts and varying end times based on job location, project size, and deadlines. Weekend work is not uncommon, though it is limited when possible. Travel is typically within 300 miles, and overnight stays are common for trips more than 50–60 miles away. Most projects last one to two days, while some may last several weeks and take place more than 300 miles from the operation base. Per diem is paid for project-related overnight stays.

Requirements

Ability to move, lift, or carry objects or materials weighing 75 to 100 pounds without assistance.
Ability to work outdoors in extreme hot or cold climates.
Sufficient visual and hearing ability to understand written and verbal communication in English, including communicating directly and by telephone and being understood.
Valid U.S. driver's license.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Receive, understand, and execute verbal directions.
Assist with safe and effective navigation to job sites, including remote locations.
Assist with routine equipment maintenance, repairs, and cleaning.
Perform vehicle pre-trip inspections and document them properly.
Maintain a DOT health card.
Maintain a daily driver's log book.
Work safely with hollow stem augers and standard penetration testing.
Work safely with wet rotary drilling and standard penetration testing.
Work safely with wireline and conventional rock coring tools.
Perform all tasks safely.
Drive a company vehicle and follow company operation and safety guidelines.