Driller Assistant - Kansas City, KS

VetJobs; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek-PSI is seeking a Driller Assistant to support drilling operations in Kansas City, KS. This on-site role involves assisting the Driller with auger handling, tooling preparation, sample retrieval, and site cleanup.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel up to 60% with the stamina to lift 30–50 pounds regularly and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable driving record.
• Willing to travel up to 60%.
• Ability to lift 30–50 pounds frequently; occasional >50 pounds.
• Ability to work off shift and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist Driller with loading/unloading augers and assembling/disassembling equipment.
• Prepare tooling and supplies for the day’s tasks.
• Assist with locating boring locations.
• Retrieve and log samples.
• Clean and maintain equipment and perform site clean up.

Skills

Driving

Physical strength

Overtime readiness

Travel willingness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Driller Assistant to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Kansas City, KS. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Driller Assistant is responsible for assisting the Driller with soil drilling, rock coring, sampling, classifications, in-situ testing, and monitoring well installation.

Salary & Benefits Information

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job-related duties.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability
• 401(k) with company match
• generous vacation / sick time (PTO)
• tuition reimbursement

What You’ll Do

• Assist Driller to load / unload augers and assemble / disassemble augers
• Prepare tooling and supplies for the day’s tasks
• Assist with the location of boring locations
• Retrieve and log samples
• Clean / maintain equipment and perform site clean up

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
• Ability to travel up to 60%
• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
• Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance

City: Kansas City

State: Kansas