Entry-Level Driller Helper — Outdoor Field Tech with Benefits

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. in; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. in Bartow, FL is seeking a General Laborer / Driller Helper to join our outdoor field team.

This entry-level position supports drill crews in solid auger and rotary drilling, moving and setting up equipment, and assisting in field investigations for geotechnical studies. Work is physically demanding outdoors; comprehensive benefits are provided, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Paid Time Off, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Experience preferred but will train.
• Mechanical skills preferred.
• Must have current DOT Medical Examiners Certificate or be able to obtain one prior to employment.
• Class A or Class B CDL license a plus.
• Available to work overtime and weekends as required to meet client schedules.
• Ability to lift drill pipe and materials weighing up to 80 lbs.
• Must pass company background checks including drug screen.
• Must have an excellent driving record within company standards.
• Local candidates preferred; no relocation assistance

Responsibilities

• Assist in drilling operations.
• Expedite field supplies.
• Perform duties at multiple job sites.
• Perform yard duties at direction of supervisor.
• Assist in measuring test boring locations.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Smoothly and quickly connect and disconnect the lower parts of the drill pipe when it is being lowered into and raised from the hole.
• Catch samples of drilled cuttings to be analyzed.
• Clean and maintain equipment.
• Help move drilling rig and equipment from site to site and set up.
• Dig and clean mud pits and drains.
• Assist with well development and pumping tests.
• Operate equipment such as pumps for air, water and mud, and equipment and tools used to correct problems in drilled holes caused by mechanical breakdowns or by harmful natural conditions.
• Carry out minor maintenance and repairs, including lubrication and cleaning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Education

DOT Medical Exam Certificate

CDL license

Job description

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. in Bartow, FL is seeking a General Laborer / Driller Helper to join our outdoor field team.

This entry-level position supports drill crews in solid auger and rotary drilling, moving and setting up equipment, and assisting in field investigations for geotechnical studies. Work is physically demanding outdoors; comprehensive benefits are provided, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Paid Time Off, and a 401(k) with company match.