General Laborer / Driller Helper - Bartow

Ardaman & Associates, Inc.; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. is seeking an entry-level General Laborer - Driller Helper to support field drilling operations for geotechnical studies. Work outdoors on various sites, assisting the crew chief with drill rigs, equipment setup, material handling, and sample collection.

Physical work is required and safety is emphasized throughout training and shifts. Qualifications include willingness to learn, ability to lift up to 80 lbs, and a valid DOT medical certificate (or ability to obtain).

Qualifications

• Experience is preferred but training is provided.
• Must have a DOT Medical Examiners Certificate or be able to obtain one before employment.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• 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.
• Connect/disconnect drill pipe at the hole.
• Catch samples of drilled cuttings for analysis.
• Clean and maintain equipment.
• Move drilling rig and equipment between sites and set up.
• Dig and clean mud pits and drains.
• Assist with well development and pumping tests.
• Operate pumps and related equipment.
• Carry out minor maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Physical stamina

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Like working outdoors? Want an entry level position with FULL BENEFITS that could lead to a career in test drilling?

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. is one of the largest geotechnical, materials testing, and environmental engineering consulting firms in the southeastern U.S. Ardaman has the following opportunity available:

GENERAL LABORER - DRILLER HELPER

A driller helper will assist the crew chief in solid auger and rotary drilling techniques. The driller helper will provide assistance to move, set up and operate drill rigs and related equipment to drill test holes for geotechnical engineering studies. Site investigation/geotechnical drilling is done to determine the soil characteristics on sites to be developed as buildings, roadways and bridges. Work is outdoors. The work is generally physically demanding. However, safety is in our work is an uncompromised value and we are proud of our safety record.

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.

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

We offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and much more.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ardaman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech, who is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Ardaman is a Drug Free Workplace.

Additional Information

• Organization: 113 AAI