Driller Trainee

Froehling & Robertson, Inc.

2d

About The Position

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the
country since 1881.  In addition to being one of the oldest independent
testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business
offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work
environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all!  Our
shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value &
Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence,
Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.

We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to
get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work.

Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team.

Join stability.  Apply now!

Who we are looking for:

The ideal candidate for this position will have a team spirit and will be able
to support the team (Driller + Assistant Driller) by aiding the team driller on
the field in whichever way necessary. This position will ultimately strive to be
able to achieve competency to work as a Driller.

Requirements

• High School Degree or GED required
• CDL preferred or able to obtain after employment
• Willing to travel and stay out of town if needed on some occasions
• A problem solver that can address roadblocks with poise and control
• Should have basic math skills
• Good customer relations skills
• Must be punctual and dependable
• Must be able to write legibly
• Must have ability to follow instructions
• Must be willing to work on a team or independently when need be
• Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record verifications
• Must be able to drive company vehicle in accordance with F&R’s Vehicle Fleet Safety Policy.
• Must submit to and pass DOT screening requirements at hire and for duration of employment
• Ability to lift heaving tooling (approximately 50-75 lbs) repetitively and perform laborious work daily
• Ability to continuously stand, walk, and bend
• Ability to frequently push, pull, and reach above shoulder
• Ability to occasionally squat, kneel, crawl and climb
• Ability to work outside in frequent changes of temperatures
• Ability to work in environments containing dust, fumes, and chemicals
• Ability to frequently drive to and from work sites, must have valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record
• Ability to travel overnight (up to 65% or more)

Nice To Haves

• CDL preferred or able to obtain after employment

Responsibilities

• Assists with operation of drilling rig and support equipment effectively
• Aids in maintaining tooling, prepping for assignments, setting up tooling, sampling equipment, sampling, classifying samples, and cleanup
• Assists in loading and unloading equipment/tooling
• Assists on the working floor- normal drilling procedures
• Follows all safety regulations
• Performs material inventory as needed/assigned
• Upholds F&R mission statement and Core Values in all aspects of work
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement
• Company Cell Phone + Tablet

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED