Entry-Level Driller Assistant - Subsurface Exploration Team

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Howard Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon Consultants, Inc. seeks an Entry Level Exploration Team Member to support subsurface exploration using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques.

Duties include loading tooling, assisting in drilling operations, collecting soil and rock samples, logging field data, and performing basic surveying and site reconnaissance. Responsibilities also cover equipment maintenance, operation of a medium-duty truck/trailer, and adherence to safety and quality standards on projects.

Qualifications

• Basic surveying and site reconnaissance experience is required for entry-level work.
• Ability to assist in drilling operations and instrumentation.
• Willingness to perform routine maintenance and data collection in the field.

Responsibilities

• This is an entry level position. No experience is required.
• 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.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Basic surveying

Site reconnaissance

Equipment maintenance

Data logging

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Terracon Consultants, Inc. seeks an Entry Level Exploration Team Member to support subsurface exploration using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques.

Duties include loading tooling, assisting in drilling operations, collecting soil and rock samples, logging field data, and performing basic surveying and site reconnaissance. Responsibilities also cover equipment maintenance, operation of a medium-duty truck/trailer, and adherence to safety and quality standards on projects.