Experienced Geotechnical Driller

Mud Bay Drilling (2015) Ltd.•North Richmond, CA

About The Position

ConeTec is an international full-service geo-environmental and geotechnical site characterization contractor. We offer clients superior project management and site investigation services across the globe, with a large presence in the Americas, Europe, Africa and Oceania. ConeTec is known in the industry as a great place to work. We commit to all employees that we will provide a respectful, positive, and enriching work environment. We want you to look forward to going to work every day. We reward and recognize staff for exceptional contributions to the company. Our success is a direct result of the people who work here. Responsible for operating heavy machinery in various environments, the Mud Rotary & Auger Driller will conduct basic maintenance and provide consistent, high-quality upkeep of the rig and general working area while abiding by all safety regulations. A successful candidate must have the ability to multi-task with an eye for efficiency and a safety mindset.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Class A commercial license and clean driving record required.
Electrical and mechanical skills are an asset but not required.
Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, moving heavy materials up to 50 lbs, climbing, crawling as well as walking on uneven ground, and working long hours in all weather conditions.
Able to work outdoors and travel for extended periods of time.
Willingness to work with a wide variety of equipment
Willingness to work long hours outdoors in all conditions
Willingness to work hard, and travel for work
Willingness to perform both shop based and field-based work
Willingness to learn new advanced geotechnical testing techniques involving sophisticated electronic testing equipment
Positive attitude in the workplace

Responsibilities

Set up and operate mud rotary drilling and auger equipment, sampling systems, geophysical instruments and other in-situ testing equipment following ConeTec's procedures in a safe and productive manner.
Provide timely assistance to Engineers and Technicians as required.
Assist with the mobilization and demobilization of equipment in hard-to-access environments.
Perform routine maintenance on various pieces of equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Identify with and respect ConeTec's safety culture, first and foremost.
Ensure proper preparation and knowledge of all necessary safe operating procedures before beginning any job.
Immediately report any safety-related incidents, infractions, or near misses to the Project Manager and the HSE Officer.
Know and follow the incident reporting protocol at all times.
Communicate with the Supervisor or Project Manager any equipment problems or needs, as well as any field observations that might be of use.
Seek ways to improve operating procedures/processes.
Perform other shop functions as required.