Driller Helper

Aerotek; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Driller Helper in Omaha, NE to support field drilling operations for commercial and heavy industrial projects. This role is field-based, physically demanding, outdoors in varying weather, and involves working around drill rigs and heavy equipment.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of construction experience, can lift up to 100 pounds, and is comfortable performing repetitive, hands-on tasks in rugged environments.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds regularly.
• Minimum 1 year of construction experience, preferably in commercial/heavy industrial jobs.
• Experience around heavy machinery in a construction/industrial setting.
• Comfort working outdoors 100% of the time in varying weather.
• Willingness to perform physically demanding field work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operating and supporting drill rigs to obtain soil samples and subsurface materials.
• Lift, carry, and handle pipes, drill rods, and augers up to 100 pounds.
• Prepare soil, concrete, and asphalt samples for testing.
• Perform fieldwork including shoveling and moving tools and materials.

Skills

Lift up to 100 lb

Construction exp 1y

Heavy machinery

Outdoor work

Physically demanding

Job description

Job Title: Driller Helper

Job Description

The Driller Helper supports field drilling operations by assisting with soil, concrete, and asphalt sampling to evaluate site conditions for commercial and heavy industrial projects. This role is hands-on, physically demanding, and entirely field-based, requiring comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions and in dirty, muddy, or rough environments. The Driller Helper works closely with the drilling team to handle equipment, document test results clearly, and ensure safe and efficient operation of drilling activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operating and supporting drill rigs used to obtain soil samples and other subsurface materials for site evaluation.
• Lift, carry, and handle pipes, drill rods, augers, and other drilling equipment, including items weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Collect and prepare soil, concrete, and asphalt samples for testing to determine land and soil composition prior to construction.
• Perform field work that includes shoveling soil, loading and unloading tools and materials, and moving equipment on and off trucks.
• Work in a variety of site conditions, including asphalt surfaces, muddy areas, and other commercial or heavy industrial environments.
• Document all findings and test results clearly and accurately, using legible handwriting and consistent recordkeeping practices.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively during drilling, sampling, and equipment handling activities.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds of equipment regularly and safely.
• At least 1 year of construction experience, preferably on commercial or heavy industrial jobs.
• Experience working on or around heavy machinery in a construction or industrial environment.
• Comfort working outdoors 100% of the time, including in cold, hot, dirty, and muddy conditions.
• Willingness to perform physically demanding, repetitive field work such as shoveling and material handling.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in construction, drilling, geotechnical work, or environmental drilling.
• Experience with soil sampling, augers, and related geotechnical tools and processes.
• Familiarity with working on commercial and heavy industrial job sites.
• Ability to remain motivated and productive during repetitive tasks and extended field assignments.

Work Environment

This role is entirely field-based, with work performed outdoors 100% of the time in and around the Omaha area. Driller Helpers work in a wide range of weather conditions, including heat, cold, and inclement weather, and must be comfortable getting dirty while working in soil, mud, asphalt, and other rugged site conditions. The work is primarily on commercial and heavy industrial job sites and involves constant interaction with drill rigs, heavy machinery, and construction equipment. The position requires frequent shoveling, lifting, and moving of tools, pipes, drill rods, augers, and other materials on and off trucks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha, NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.