Drilling Assitant, Geotechnical
Drilling Assitant, Geotechnical
Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.
What you will do:
- Assistdriller in geotechnical drilling operationsincluding auger handling, soil sampling, rock coring, and borehole backfilling.
- Prepare and mobilize equipmentfor daily projects,ensuringall tools and materials are loaded and secured.
- Maintainaccuratefield logsand handle soil samplesin accordance withproject requirements.
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaningof drill rigs, support vehicles, and related equipment.
- Ensure safe work practicesby adhering to National Drilling Association safety guidelines and company standards.
- Support site setup and breakdownincluding transporting augers, sampling equipment, and securing rigs at the end of each day.
- Complete administrative taskssuch as timesheets, expense reports, andrequiredproject documentation.
- Travel to project siteswith occasional overnight stays; overtime and weekend work may berequired.
- Performadditionaldutiesas assigned, which may include office, laboratory, or field support work during slower periods.
- Moves materials weighing up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
- Traverses job sites having uneven terrain, slopes, confined spaces, or reinforced trenches.
- Positions selfto access tools and materials in various locations.
- Operatestools requiring fine motor skills.
- Ascends/descends into job site areas to complete inspections and data collection.
- Conducts visual assessments of task quality and job site safety.
- Remains in a stationary position for extended periods.
What you will bring:
- High school diploma or equivalentrequired.
- Prior drilling or heavy equipment experience preferred but notrequired; on-the-job training provided.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform light to moderate equipment maintenance.
- Possession of a valid drivers license with a clean driving record and the ability tooperatea motor vehicle isrequired.
- CDL Class A or B license preferred but notrequired.
- Ability to obtain a DOT Medical/Health Card within30 daysof employment.
- OSHA 40-hour Hazmat, CPR, or First Aid certifications preferred (training available if not already certified).
- Basicproficiencyin Microsoft Suite Products (e.g.Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive,etc).
- Primarily field-based role must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager.
- The rolegenerally involves4555 hoursper week, with the possibility of evening or weekend assignments as project needsarise.
- Regular travel to project sites is expected, including periodic overnight stays depending on project location and duration.
- Reliable transportation required and the ability to travel daily within assigned territory.
- Travel may berequired.
Who We Are:
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.
Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email [email protected].
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at [email protected]. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.
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