Driller's Assistant

Overview

Assist drill crews with equipment setup, operation, and site work for geotechnical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• equipment calibration
• rig setup
• tool operation
• material testing
• safety compliance
• vehicle maintenance

Tasks

-Report to job sites on time, adapt to changing schedules, and work extended or weekend shifts when needed. -Operate, maintain, and calibrate testing equipment, ensuring proper functionality and compliance with company and manufacturer standards. -Complete accurate daily time and labor reports, and submit required documentation on schedule. -Assist with drilling operations, including rig setup, site preparation, and assembling/disassembling equipment. -Follow strict safety protocols and OSHA regulations at all times. -Perform manual labor tasks and maintain drilling rigs, trucks, and work areas to ensure safe and efficient operations. -Maintain assigned company vehicles, including regular service, inspections, and upkeep. -Travel to local and out-of-town project sites, including overnight stays as required. -Operate tools such as pneumatic jackhammers and pressure washers for equipment cleaning and maintenance. -Collect and test soil, concrete, and other construction materials in line with project specifications.

Requirements

• cdl
• blueprints
• microsoft office
• osha
• high school
• mechanical aptitude

What You Bring

-Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required; CDL preferred or willingness to obtain. -Prior experience working on construction sites, geotechnical drilling, or environmental field services is a plus. -Ability to read, write, and interpret blueprints, procedures, manuals, technical documents, and reports related to drilling, safety, and project requirements. -Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment. -Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams. -Physical capability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs., stand for extended periods, and perform strenuous labor in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions. -Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including overnight stays, weekends, and varying schedules as needed for project demands. -Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods. -Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion. -Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments. -High school diploma or equivalent required. -Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate hand and power tools, including pneumatic jackhammers, pressure washers, and other drilling-related equipment. -Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections. -Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Field Data Collection (FDC) software or similar industry tools. -Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating a strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety. -Effective time management, problem-solving, and attention to detail, ensuring efficient and accurate documentation of work. -Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit). -Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions. -0 to 3 years of experience in Civil, Geotechnical, or Environmental Sciences Field Services preferred. -40-hour OSHA training preferred; must be able to pass and maintain OSHA 40HR certification class.

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Benefits

-Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.

About Ues

-Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, with 85+ branches serving diverse U.S. markets. -Under private-equity ownership since 2019. -Projects span transportation corridors, solar farms, data centers, hospitals, schools, and bridges. -Combines earth-science know-how with construction materials testing and environmental evaluations. -Known for tackling complex geotechnical and environmental challenges with technology-driven solutions.

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