Geotechnical Drilling Apprentice

EBA Engineering Inc.; West Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

EBA Engineering, Inc. is seeking hardworking, dependable individuals to join our drilling operations team as Driller's Helpers. This entry-level role involves working with experienced crews on geotechnical and environmental projects across the local area.

The position is physically demanding, outdoors year-round, with hands-on training provided. No prior drilling experience is required, but a strong work ethic and safety mindset are essential to launch a long-term career in drilling.

Qualifications

• Physical fitness to perform demanding labor including lifting, carrying, bending, kneeling, and handling heavy equipment.
• Willingness to learn a skilled trade through training and hands-on practice.
• Ability to work safely around heavy machinery and active construction sites.
• Excellent teamwork and ability to follow instructions in a field crew setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist drillers with geotechnical and environmental drilling operations, including soil sampling and subsurface investigations.
• Prepare, load, unload, and organize drilling equipment, tools, and materials for daily field operations.
• Assist with drill rig setup, operation, and breakdown at project sites.
• Handle drill rods, augers, sampling equipment, and other drilling tools under supervision.
• Collect, label, and organize soil samples per field procedures.
• Perform general labor related to drilling, equipment maintenance, and site prep.
• Maintain tools and work areas, and assist with equipment transportation as directed.
• Follow safety procedures and communicate hazards or concerns to the driller or supervisor.
• Participate in hands-on training to improve drilling techniques and knowledge of subsurface investigations.

Skills

Physical fitness

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

EBA Engineering, Inc. is seeking hardworking, dependable individuals to join our drilling operations team as Driller's Helpers. This entry-level role involves working with experienced crews on geotechnical and environmental projects across the local area.

The position is physically demanding, outdoors year-round, with hands-on training provided. No prior drilling experience is required, but a strong work ethic and safety mindset are essential to launch a long-term career in drilling.