
Entry-Level Driller Assistant
Intertek Building & Construction
The Role
Overview
Assist driller with soil drilling, rock coring, sampling, equipment prep, and site cleanup.
Key Responsibilities
- sample logging
- soil identification
- equipment maintenance
- auger assembly
- tool preparation
- boring location
Tasks
-Retrieve and log samples -Recognize and identify soil and rock types and material classifications -Clean / maintain equipment and perform site clean up -Assist Driller to load / unload augers and assemble / disassemble augers -Assemble / disassemble augers -Prepare tooling and supplies for the day’s tasks -Assist with the location of boring locations
Requirements
- high school
- class a cdl
- mechanical background
- drilling experience
- 2+ years
- manual labor
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 -Class A CDL -Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time -2 or more years of relevant experience -Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures -Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance -Have a mechanical background and aptitude, with skills in operating and maintaining machinery -Ability to work over night hours and off shift -Past drilling experience is strongly preferred but not required - candidates with equipment operation experience will be considered -Ability to kneel and squat occasionally -Experience working in a physically demanding role including manual labor -Ability to travel up to 50% -Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record -Experience working in an outside environment -Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
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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
Security Clearance
-pre-employment drug test may be required for certain positions.
