Driller

Action Environmental; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Action Environmental in Tampa, FL seeks a Drillers Assistant who will support drilling and geoprobe operations on job sites. The role emphasizes soil and groundwater sampling, well installation, and safe, accurate field work.

You will travel to sites across Florida and the southeast, maintain logs, assist engineers and geologists, and help ensure compliance with OSHA/ENV standards. A valid driver's license and ability to pass screenings are required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years on a drilling crew, geoprobe experience preferred.
• Experience with soil and groundwater sampling.
• Proficient in drilling and setting wells with HSA; MC-5 and SP-16 sampling.
• Safety-conscious work ethic and ability to travel occasionally.
• Valid Class A or B driver’s license.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support drilling equipment to bore exploratory vertical holes and collect soil/ groundwater samples.
• Set wells and perform soil/ groundwater sampling per MC-5 and SP-16.
• Travel to remote locations across Florida and the southeast USA.
• Maintain accurate drill logs and ensure equipment and supplies are ready.
• Work with engineers, geologists, and environmental scientists on site.
• Ensure safety and compliance with OSHA and company standards; complete paperwork.

Skills

Soil sampling

Groundwater sampling

Well installation

Well abandonment

Safety conscious

Team coordination

Travel readiness

Tools

Geoprobe operations

Drilling equipment

MC-5 SP-16 sampling

HSA drilling

Job description

Description: Drillers Assistant

Department: Operations

Location: Tampa, FL

Status: Full-Time/Non-Exempt

Reports to: Branch or Operations Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The ideal candidate must have strong skills in Environmental soil sampling, groundwater sampling, well installation and abandonment. Performing these tasks in a safe manner is a must and a successful candidate will need to demonstrate their knowledge and ability to conduct drilling operations safely. This position will be responsible for assisting drilling and geoprobe operations on job sites.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform drilling services and well installations by operating and/or supporting drilling equipment to bore exploratory vertical holes into the earth to evaluate soil type and obtain intact soil and groundwater samples to evaluate subsurface conditions
• Proficient at Drilling and setting wells with HSA, Soil and groundwater sampling with MC-5 and SP-16
• Travel to remote locations throughout Florida and southeast USA in support of project work
• Demonstrate positive attitude, enthusiasm, initiative, and strong organizational abilities
• Safely execute drilling activities according to Action’s Health, Safety, and Environmental standards, OSHA code of federal regulations
• Inspect drill rigs and associated equipment
• Work with Engineers, Geologists, and Environmental Scientists to obtain soil and groundwater samples to evaluate subsurface conditions
• Operate miscellaneous equipment (e.g. water / steam pressure washers, cement pumps)
• Perform manual labor by assembling and disassembling equipment.
• Maintains an accurate drill log
• Ensure all equipment is accounted for daily
• Ensure sufficient supplies are gathered for the day
• Maintenance and care of all assigned equipment
• Completes all necessary paperwork
• Ensure the Company vehicle is kept clean and orderly
• Active participation in all safety/tailgate meetings
• Additional duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• 1+ years of experience working on a drilling crew, preferably with geoprobe experience
• Skilled in soil sampling, groundwater sampling, well installation and abandonment required
• Proficient at Drilling and setting wells with HSA, Soil and groundwater sampling with MC-5 and SP-16
• Safety conscious work ethic required
• Ability to travel out of town occasionally
• Class A or B driver’s license required
• Strong organization and communication skills
• 40 hour OSHA and MSHA new miner training preferred
• TWIC Port ID and MICCS cards preferred
• Ability to Read and Write, as well as ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check is required

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