Entry-Level Drilling Assistant - Field Exploration

Terracon; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Wilkes-Barre, PA, is seeking entry-level Exploration Team Members to support subsurface exploration using drilling and in-situ testing methods. You will work in small teams on project sites and learn to operate equipment safely.

Responsibilities include loading tooling, assisting in drilling operations and monitoring well installation, collecting soil and rock samples, logging field data, performing routine maintenance, basic surveying, and driving a medium-duty truck.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Limited or no experience required.
• A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

Terracon in Wilkes-Barre, PA, is seeking entry-level Exploration Team Members to support subsurface exploration using drilling and in-situ testing methods. You will work in small teams on project sites and learn to operate equipment safely.

Responsibilities include loading tooling, assisting in drilling operations and monitoring well installation, collecting soil and rock samples, logging field data, performing routine maintenance, basic surveying, and driving a medium-duty truck.