Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief / Driller

Braun Intertec Corporation•Bloomington, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Braun Intertec is seeking a Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief to join our Bloomington, MN location. The Crew Chief 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 Crew Chief is responsible for all aspects of the drilling operation in the field and aligned reporting requirements.

Requirements

At least 2 years of related drilling experience required
Strong technical and mechanical aptitude
Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and acceptable driving record required, CDL A preferred
Ability to pass a driving / road test
Ability to work outdoors, in a field / construction work setting, in a physical role, in all types of weather conditions and terrain
Ability to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis, 75lbs occasionally
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers, clients, and supervisors, while fostering a collaborative and engaging work environment
Ability to pass a pre employment DOT drug screen, criminal background check and motor vehicle record check
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, including nights and weekends as needed

Nice To Haves

40-hour Hazmat Training preferred

Responsibilities

Operate the 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 project scope of work
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 safe work practices
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 a valid commercial drivers license with an insurable driving record
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