Geotechnical Driller's Assistant

Kaw Valley Engineering, Inc.•Lenexa, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary role of the Geotechnical Driller's Assistant is to support a driller in the field with auger/rotary drilling machines for soil borings, soil sampling, and rock coring. This includes tasks such as mixing drill mud, handling casing, and managing other equipment. The assistant will also be responsible for safely driving equipment to and from job locations and assisting in the cleaning and maintenance of equipment and the work area after each job. The work is primarily outdoors and may be performed in varying weather conditions. The role requires the ability to work well under supervision and involves extensive travel in the Midwest area, with hotel costs and per diem covered by KVE. This is an entry-level position with opportunities for career advancement, including obtaining a CDL and training to become a driller.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED certificate
Valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
Must work well while under supervision.
Must be able to travel extensively (required) in the Midwest area.

Nice To Haves

A Class A CDL license is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist a driller in the field with auger/rotary drilling machines for soil borings, soil sampling, and rock coring.
Mix drill mud.
Handle casing and other equipment.
Drive equipment to and from the job location safely.
Assist in the cleaning and maintaining of equipment and work area after each job.
Travel extensively in the Midwest area.

Benefits

health, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
cafeteria plan for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care expenses.
401(k) plan
sick and vacation leave
Years of Service awards
business casual dress
complimentary parking.
KVE will pay for hotel costs and per diem to the employee.

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