Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief / Driller

Overview

Operate and oversee geotechnical drilling, manage crew, maintain equipment, ensure safety.

Key Responsibilities

• drilling operations
• equipment maintenance
• data logging
• vehicle operation
• equipment inspection
• crew management

Tasks

-Responsible for daily production and efficient use of drill crew’s time as required by scope of work for individual projects -Collect and log factual field data to the specifications and/or job instructions provided -Use required and approved personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all functions -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 -Responsible for maintenance, repair and general condition of the drill rig, support truck and other equipment -Communication with project managers, clients, schedulers and supervisors -Responsible for the safety of the drill crew and other site personnel -Keep a boring/coring log of data and samples obtained and other required information -Responsible for promoting and adhering to a safe work practice -Operate drill rig and oversee drilling operations for auger borings, rock coring, monitoring wells, instrumentation installation and other types of drilling as required -Maintain necessary documentation relating to the operation of commercial motor vehicles -Operate drill rigs, tractor trailers and support vehicles in safe and lawful manner

Requirements

• cdl
• hazmat
• diagnostics
• drilling
• 2+ yrs
• lifting

What You Bring

-Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather and terrain conditions -Must be able to diagnose mechanical problems and perform necessary repairs -Must be able to communicate effectively with engineers and clients -Good mechanical aptitude -Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Required -Be willing to and available to travel up to 100%, including weekends and overnight -Ability to pass a road test -Training and supervision of drilling assistant on the drilling site -40-hour Hazmat Training preferred -Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record -Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis -At least two years related drilling experience required -Know when to use different drilling methods

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About Braun Intertec Corporation

-Founded in 1957 by Jack Braun in his home, the firm began as a humble soil-testing provider and steadily expanded across the Midwest. -Over decades, it added geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, drilling, geospatial services, nondestructive examination, and materials testing. -Headquartered in Minneapolis, it now operates across 14 states, serving both public and private clients nationwide. -Notable work includes environmental site assessments, highway interchange testing, levee restoration after the 2008 floods, and nondestructive testing on historic artifacts. -The firm’s acquisitions—like Edwards‑Pitman Environmental and several geoscience groups—enhanced its reach in compliance, permitting and environmental remediation. -Typical projects span highways, schools, industrial sites, hydroelectric facilities, fulfillment centers, and flood control infrastructure. -A standout moment: testing a Titanic whistle in 1999 underscored both its technical depth and adventurous scope.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-pre-employment drug screen test -criminal background check -motor vehicle report