Driller Assistant/Exploration Team Member I

Terracon; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks Exploration Team Members to join their dynamic team in San Antonio. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to engage in subsurface exploration using various drilling techniques and in-situ testing methods. You'll play a vital role in collecting soil and rock samples, assisting in drilling operations, and ensuring safety standards are met. With a strong commitment to employee development and a robust benefits package, this innovative firm provides a supportive environment for you to grow your career. Join a team of dedicated professionals and contribute to impactful engineering solutions.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Bonus programs

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with no experience required.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drilling operations and installation of monitoring wells.
• Collect soil and rock samples and perform routine maintenance.
• Follow safety rules and participate in pre-task planning.

Skills

Basic surveying

Soil and rock sample collection

Drilling operations assistance

Routine maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Drilling equipment

Medium-duty truck

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Exploration Team Members (ETMs) will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques. Drill methods may include auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring techniques. In-situ testing techniques may include cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing, and rock dilatometer testing. Work may also include the installation of instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells and inclinometers. Work as part of a multiple person team on projects. ETMs will perform daily tasks including: survey and locate drilling points; conduct site reconnaissance; load/unload tooling, materials and samples; classify soil and rock samples; perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment, prepare internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT Logs) paperwork.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• This is an entry-level position. No experience is required.
• The employee will be expected to perform the following tasks:
• Load tooling and materials.
• Assist in drilling operations and instrumentation and monitoring well installation.
• Collect soil and rock samples and log field data.
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance.
• Perform basic surveying and site reconnaissance.
• Drive a medium-duty truck and trailer.
• Learn to inspect and how to maintain equipment.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CDL Required
• Limited or no experience required
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days of employment.

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.