Drilling Assistant

Ues

The Role

Overview

Assist geotechnical drilling operations, equipment maintenance, and site work

Key Responsibilities

  • time reporting
  • material testing
  • equipment maintenance
  • safety compliance
  • equipment operation
  • vehicle upkeep

Tasks

-Accurately complete daily time and labor reports in accordance with company policy and submit required paperwork on time. -Collect and conduct testing of soil, concrete, and other construction materials to project specifications. -Maintain and clean drilling rigs, trucks, and work areas to ensure equipment is in good working condition and meets safety standards. -Strictly adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and industry regulations, ensuring compliance with OSHA and workplace safety guidelines. -Ensure all testing equipment is properly functioning, maintained per company and manufacturer policies, and kept within its required calibration cycle. -Operate various tools and equipment, including pneumatic jackhammers for breaking concrete and water/steam pressure washers for cleaning drilling equipment, rods, augers, bits, casings, trucks, and trailers. -Perform manual labor tasks, including assembling and disassembling drilling equipment, rig setup, and site preparation. -Properly maintain assigned company vehicles, scheduling oil changes, checking fluid levels, and ensuring regular upkeep of both the interior and exterior. -Report to job sites on time, follow all safety protocols, and accurately enter work time and project details daily. -Travel as required to job sites within the designated region, which may include local, out-of-town, or extended stays for larger projects.

Requirements

  • osha 40hr
  • blueprint reading
  • high school
  • tool operation
  • fdc software
  • cdl

What You Bring

-40-hour OSHA training preferred; must be able to pass and maintain OSHA 40HR certification class. -Ability to read, write, and interpret blueprints, procedures, manuals, technical documents, and reports related to drilling, safety, and project requirements. -Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments. -High school diploma or equivalent required. -Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods. -Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate hand and power tools, including pneumatic jackhammers, pressure washers, and other drilling-related equipment. -Prior experience working on construction sites, geotechnical drilling, or environmental field services is a plus. -Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion. -Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including overnight stays, weekends, and varying schedules as needed for project demands. -Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams. -Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required; CDL preferred or willingness to obtain. -Adapt to changing schedules and work hours based on project demands, including the possibility of overnight, weekend, or extended-hour shifts as needed. -Effective time management, problem-solving, and attention to detail, ensuring efficient and accurate documentation of work. -Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating a strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety. -Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions. -Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Field Data Collection (FDC) software or similar industry tools. -This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work. -Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment. -Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections. -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). -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. -0 to 3 years of experience in Civil, Geotechnical, or Environmental Sciences Field Services preferred.

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.

The Company

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.

Sector Specialisms

Transportation

Infrastructure

Water and Wastewater

Technology

Power Transition

Healthcare

Education

Industrial

Residential

Solar

Data Centers

Roadways

Bridges

Water Reservoirs

Hospitals

Schools

Stadiums

Airports

Hotels and Resorts

Environmental and Earth Sciences

Sustainable Infrastructure Solutions

Geophysical Technologies