Geotechnical Driller - Construction

Intertek Building & Construction

The Role

Overview

Perform drilling, sampling, and site investigations for geotechnical projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • soil investigation
  • tool prep
  • drilling ops
  • team training
  • sample logging
  • equipment maintenance

Tasks

-Investigate sub surface conditions, recognize and identify soil and rock types and material classification -Prepare tooling and supplies for the day’s tasks and loads/unloads/assembles/disassembles augers; trouble shoot drilling challenges -Responsible for drill rig transportation -Operate drilling equipment at shallow to moderate depths to perform complex site investigations -Train and direct Driller Assistants, identify and coordinate daily work schedules at job site -Clean and maintain equipment and perform site clean up -Direct site inquiries from general public to the project team -Retrieve / log samples and maintain record log of drilling activities

Requirements

  • high school
  • 2 years
  • geotech drilling
  • cdl
  • driver's license
  • travel 50%

What You Bring

-High School Diploma or equivalent -Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound -Ability to climb occasionally, and work at various heights -Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time -2 years’ related geotechnical drilling experience -Ability to lift, move, push and pull up to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance -Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures -Ability to work over night hours and off shift -Ability to kneel and squat occasionally -Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record -Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) -Travel up to 50%

The Company

About Intertek Building & Construction

-A leading provider of quality assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services. -Supports the construction sector through its global network, delivering innovative solutions for a variety of projects. -A history of decades in the industry, becoming synonymous with reliability and precision in building assessments. -Typical projects include structural assessments, materials testing, fire safety evaluations, and environmental compliance testing. -Expertise spans several sectors, ensuring each building and construction project meets the highest standards of safety and performance. -Offers services ranging from product testing to regulatory compliance, helping streamline the process of bringing products to market. -Comprehensive testing solutions trusted by architects, builders, and contractors worldwide. -Operates across multiple continents, with a strong presence in major markets such as North America, Europe, and Asia.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government

Geotechnical Engineering

Construction Materials Testing

Environmental Consulting

Building Science Solutions

Industrial Hygiene

Specialty Testing

Structural Steel

Concrete (Cast-in-Place, Field, Precast)

Subgrade and Subsurface Conditions

Soil Percolation Testing

Site Storm Drainage/Detention Systems

Deep Foundation Elements