Drilling Assitant, Geotechnical

wsb•Burnsville, MN

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform light to moderate equipment maintenance.
Possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
Ability to obtain a DOT Medical/Health Card within 30 days of employment.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Suite Products (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc).
Primarily field-based role must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager.
Regular travel to project sites is expected, including periodic overnight stays depending on project location and duration.
Reliable transportation required and the ability to travel daily within assigned territory.
Travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

Prior drilling or heavy equipment experience preferred but not required; on-the-job training provided.
CDL Class A or B license preferred but not required.
OSHA 40-hour Hazmat, CPR, or First Aid certifications preferred (training available if not already certified).

Responsibilities

Assist driller in geotechnical drilling operations including auger handling, soil sampling, rock coring, and borehole backfilling.
Prepare and mobilize equipment for daily projects, ensuring all tools and materials are loaded and secured.
Maintain accurate field logs and handle soil samples in accordance with project requirements.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of drill rigs, support vehicles, and related equipment.
Ensure safe work practices by adhering to National Drilling Association safety guidelines and company standards.
Support site setup and breakdown including transporting augers, sampling equipment, and securing rigs at the end of each day.
Complete administrative tasks such as timesheets, expense reports, and required project documentation.
Travel to project sites with occasional overnight stays; overtime and weekend work may be required.
Perform additional duties as assigned, which may include office, laboratory, or field support work during slower periods.
Moves materials weighing up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
Traverses job sites having uneven terrain, slopes, confined spaces, or reinforced trenches.
Operates tools requiring fine motor skills.
Ascends/descends into job site areas to complete inspections and data collection.
Conducts visual assessments of task quality and job site safety.
Remains in a stationary position for extended periods.