Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief / Driller

Braun Intertec Corporation•Fargo, ND

About The Position

Braun Intertec is seeking a Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief to join our geotechnical drilling team in Fargo, ND. Responsibilities Drilling Operate drill rig and oversee drilling operations for auger borings, rock coring, monitoring wells, instrumentation installation and other types of drilling as required Know when to use different drilling methods Collect and log factual field data to the specifications and/or job instructions provided Keep a boring/coring log of data and samples obtained and other required information Training and supervision of drilling assistant on the drilling site Communication with project managers, clients, schedulers and supervisors Responsible for daily production and efficient use of drill crew’s time as required by scope of work for individual projects Maintenance Responsible for maintenance, repair and general condition of the drill rig, support truck and other equipment Must be able to diagnose mechanical problems and perform necessary repairs Safety Responsible for promoting and adhering to a safe work practice Use required and approved personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all functions Responsible for the safety of the drill crew and other site personnel Department of Transportation Operate drill rigs, tractor trailers and support vehicles in safe and lawful manner Maintain necessary documentation relating to the operation of commercial motor vehicles Driving of DOT regulated vehicles and all responsibilities and knowledge that is required to stay in compliance with DOT requirements Daily inspections of equipment to satisfy DOT requirements and the proper record keeping as required by DOT regulations

Requirements

Must be able to communicate effectively with engineers and clients
Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
Must work outdoors in all types of weather
Be willing and available to travel up to 100%, including overnights and weekends
Good mechanical aptitude
Ability to pass a road test
At least two years related drilling experience required
Valid Drivers license and acceptable driving record
Commercial Drivers License (CDL) required

Nice To Haves

40-hour Hazmat Training preferred

Responsibilities

Operate drill rig and oversee drilling operations for auger borings, rock coring, monitoring wells, instrumentation installation and other types of drilling as required
Know when to use different drilling methods
Collect and log factual field data to the specifications and/or job instructions provided
Keep a boring/coring log of data and samples obtained and other required information
Training and supervision of drilling assistant on the drilling site
Communication with project managers, clients, schedulers and supervisors
Responsible for daily production and efficient use of drill crew’s time as required by scope of work for individual projects
Responsible for maintenance, repair and general condition of the drill rig, support truck and other equipment
Must be able to diagnose mechanical problems and perform necessary repairs
Responsible for promoting and adhering to a safe work practice
Use required and approved personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all functions
Responsible for the safety of the drill crew and other site personnel
Operate drill rigs, tractor trailers and support vehicles in safe and lawful manner
Maintain necessary documentation relating to the operation of commercial motor vehicles
Driving of DOT regulated vehicles and all responsibilities and knowledge that is required to stay in compliance with DOT requirements
Daily inspections of equipment to satisfy DOT requirements and the proper record keeping as required by DOT regulations

Benefits

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

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