Geotechnical Driller

Intertek Building & Construction; Plymouth Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous vacation/sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Intertek Building & Construction is looking for a Geotechnical Driller in Plymouth, MI. This role involves operating drilling equipment and conducting subsurface investigations. Candidates should have at least 2 years of geotechnical drilling experience and a valid CDL, Class A. Competitive compensation with benefits such as medical and 401(k) with company match are offered. This position may require outdoor work in various weather conditions and travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ related geotechnical drilling experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class A.

Responsibilities

• Investigate subsurface conditions and identify soil and rock types.
• Operate drilling equipment at shallow to moderate depths.
• Prepare tooling and supplies for drilling tasks.

Skills

Geotechnical drilling experience

Ability to operate drilling equipment

Team leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Drilling equipment

Job description

Geotechnical Driller – Plymouth, MI

Location: Plymouth, MI. Intertek is seeking a Geotechnical Driller to join our Professional Services Industries team. This role involves drilling activities to obtain bore samples for soil, rock, and other subsurface investigations.

What you'll do

• Investigate subsurface conditions, recognize and identify soil and rock types and material classification
• Operate drilling equipment at shallow to moderate depths to perform complex site investigations
• Responsible for drill rig transportation
• Train and direct Driller Assistants, identify and coordinate daily work schedules at job site
• Direct site inquiries from general public to the project team
• Prepare tooling and supplies for the day’s tasks and load/unload/assemble/disassemble augers; troubleshoot drilling challenges
• Retrieve/log samples and maintain a record log of drilling activities
• Clean and maintain equipment and perform site clean up

Salary & Benefits

Competitive compensation with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation/sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• 2 years’ related geotechnical drilling experience
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record
• Travel up to 50%
• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull up to 50 pounds frequently; occasionally over 50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and discriminate in sound
• Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures
• Ability to climb occasionally and work at various heights
• Ability to work overnight hours and off shift
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class A

Preferred Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Equal Employment Opportunity

Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5).