Drilling Assistant

Insight Global; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an Entry-Level Drilling / Exploration Technician to support geotechnical and environmental drilling operations, learn core skills, and grow into a long-term role in exploration services. You will assist with sampling, groundwater monitoring well installation, equipment operation, and field investigations in a safety-focused environment.

The position offers year-round employment with regional travel opportunities and hands-on technical training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Dependable, safety-focused, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Driller with daily drilling and exploration activities at client project sites.
• Support soil, rock, and groundwater sampling operations for geotechnical and environmental investigations.
• Learn to operate and maintain drilling equipment, tooling, augers, and related machinery.
• Help install groundwater monitoring wells and collect field data.
• Drive medium-duty trucks and transport equipment to and from job sites.
• Perform equipment inspections, maintenance, and job site setup activities.
• Read and interpret basic civil, construction, and geotechnical plans.
• Participate in pre-task planning and adhere to all company safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate field notes and assist with quality control processes.
• Travel regionally and occasionally nationwide to support project needs, with per diem provided.

Skills

Outdoor work in varying weather

Safety-focused

Eager to learn

Dependable

Read civil plans

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Drilling equipment

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for an Entry-Level Drilling / Exploration Technician supports geotechnical and environmental drilling operations while learning the skills needed for a long-term career in exploration services. This position works alongside experienced drilling professionals to assist with soil and rock sampling, groundwater monitoring well installation, equipment operation, and field investigations. The role offers year-round employment, regional travel opportunities, and hands‑on technical training in a safety-focused environment. Pay range for entry level: $24/hr to $25/hr. Pay range for experienced Drillers is $30/hr to 50/hr.

Required Skills & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card.


• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.


• Dependable, safety-focused, and eager to learn.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Familiarity with the industry


• Drilling experience

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Driller with daily drilling and exploration activities at client project sites.


• Support soil, rock, and groundwater sampling operations for geotechnical and environmental investigations.


• Learn to operate and maintain drilling equipment, tooling, augers, and related machinery.


• Help install groundwater monitoring wells and collect field data.


• Drive medium-duty trucks and transport equipment to and from job sites.


• Perform equipment inspections, maintenance, and job site setup activities.


• Read and interpret basic civil, construction, and geotechnical plans.


• Participate in pre-task planning and adhere to all company safety procedures.


• Maintain accurate field notes and assist with quality control processes.


• Travel regionally and occasionally nationwide to support project needs, with per diem provided.