Geotechnical Drilling Assistant

Braun Intertec Corporation • Bloomington, MN

4d • $45,000 - $74,000

About The Position

Braun Intertec is seeking a geotechnical drilling assistant to join our Bloomington, MN, office. The Drilling Assistant has primary responsibility for performing subsurface investigations for geotechnical and environmental purposes. A subsurface investigation can involve collecting soil, rock, groundwater samples, and logging the field data. These investigations take place over a wide variety of terrain, conditions, and weather. The Drilling Assistant will assist the Crew Chief in all aspects of the drilling operation and is expected to eventually gain the experience necessary to perform all the duties of a Crew Chief.

Requirements

• Prior geotechnical drilling experience is preferred, but not required
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform necessary repairs.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers, customers, and supervisors, while fostering a collaborative and engaging work environment
• strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to multi-task
• Ability to problem solve and work in a dynamic work environment with ambiguity and changing priorities.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English.
• Dependable, the ability to maintain reliable attendance and work a full-time schedule which sometimes includes weekend and night work
• Must be available for travel up to 50%, occasionally on short notice
• Ability to work outdoors, in a field / construction work setting, in all types of weather conditions and terrain
• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Ability to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis, 75lbs occasionally
• A valid drivers license and acceptable driving record
• The ability to obtain a CDL license within 90 days is preferred
• 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 is preferred, but not required
• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred
• The ability to obtain a CDL license within 90 days is preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists the Crew Chief in all aspects of drilling operation, while gaining the experience necessary to work with minimal direction
• Assists in the collection of field samples and data.
• Returns field samples and data, organized and completed to the Project Manager.
• Responsible for maintaining tooling, equipment, and vehicles.
• Assists the Crew Chief with trouble shooting mechanical problems and perform the required repairs.
• Use required and approved personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all functions.
• Responsible for promoting, communicating, and adhering to safe work practices
• Responsible for completing all required paperwork and training in a timely manner
• Operate Vehicles in a safe and lawful manner.
• Maintain necessary compliance documentation relating to the operation of commercial motor vehicles

Benefits

• Braun Intertec offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, ESOP, PTO, and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees