Geotechnical Driller

Intertek•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek’s Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is seeking a Geotechnical Driller for its Houston, Texas team. The role performs drilling activities to obtain boring samples, including soil drilling, rock coring, sampling, classifications, in-situ testing, and monitoring well installation. The position supports geotechnical investigations and construction assurance services. Travel may be required up to 50%, and work may involve overnight hours or off shifts, outdoor conditions, and physically demanding tasks. The position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. Intertek is a provider of quality and safety solutions. Its Building and Construction division offers assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services across architecture, engineering, and construction. Intertek-PSI provides construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related geotechnical drilling experience.
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.
Ability to travel up to 50%.
Ability to lift, move, push, and pull up to 50 pounds frequently, and occasionally handle over 50 pounds with assistance.
Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and distinguish sounds.
Ability to kneel and squat occasionally.
Ability to walk and stand for long periods.
Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather, including hot and cold temperatures.
Ability to climb occasionally and work at various heights.
Ability to work overnight hours and off shifts.
Certain positions may require passing a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work performed.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Investigate subsurface conditions and recognize and identify soil and rock types and material classifications.
Operate drilling equipment at shallow to moderate depths to perform complex site investigations.
Transport the drill rig.
Train and direct Driller Assistants, and identify and coordinate daily work schedules at the job site.
Direct site inquiries from the general public to the project team.
Prepare tooling and supplies for daily tasks; load, unload, assemble, and disassemble augers; and troubleshoot drilling challenges.
Retrieve and log samples and maintain records of drilling activities.
Clean and maintain equipment and perform site cleanup.