Geotechnical Drilling Assistant

Braun Intertec Corporation•Fargo, ND

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Braun Intertec is seeking a Geotechnical Drilling Assistant to join its Fargo, North Dakota drilling team. The role performs subsurface investigations for geotechnical and environmental purposes, including collecting soil, rock, and groundwater samples and logging field data. Work takes place across varied terrain and in a range of conditions and weather. The assistant supports the Crew Chief in all aspects of drilling operations and is expected to develop the experience needed to perform Crew Chief duties with minimal direction. The position requires extensive travel, typically Monday through Friday, with annual travel usually around 85–90% and the possibility of short-notice travel. Occasional weekend and night work is required. The successful candidate will be encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company-provided training and mentoring.

Requirements

Strong technical and mechanical aptitude.
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform necessary repairs.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with coworkers, customers, and supervisors and foster a collaborative work environment.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
Ability to problem-solve and work in a dynamic environment with ambiguity and changing priorities.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English.
Availability for travel up to 100%, occasionally on short notice; typical annual travel is 85–90%.
Dependable attendance and ability to work a full-time schedule; the typical schedule involves travel Monday through Friday, with occasional required weekend and night work.
Ability to work outdoors in field or construction settings in all types of weather and terrain.
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and 75 pounds occasionally.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to pass a recurring DOT physical and maintain a DOT Medical Card.
Ability to pass a driving/road test.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, and motor vehicle record check.

Nice To Haves

Prior geotechnical drilling experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to obtain a CDL license within 90 days.

Responsibilities

Assist the Crew Chief with all aspects of drilling operations while gaining the experience needed to work with minimal direction.
Assist with collecting field samples and data, and return organized, completed samples and data to the Project Manager.
Maintain tooling, equipment, and vehicles.
Assist the Crew Chief in troubleshooting mechanical problems and performing required repairs.
Use required and approved personal protective equipment while performing job functions.
Promote, communicate, and adhere to safe work practices.
Complete required paperwork and training in a timely manner.
Operate vehicles safely and lawfully.
Maintain compliance documentation relating to the operation of commercial motor vehicles.