Geotechnical Drilling Assistant

ECS Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies, a leader in geotechnical and environmental consulting, is seeking a field technician in Charlotte, NC, to support penetrometer testing operations, borings, and geoprobes. You will locate borings in the field, record required drilling data, load and maintain drill rigs and vehicles, complete field paperwork, and report issues to the project manager.

A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with 0–3 years of experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• 0-3 years of experience

Responsibilities

• Performing standard penetrometer testing operations including performing borings and geoprobes
• Locating borings in the field
• Recording required drilling data
• Reporting project-specific issues to the project manager and/or your supervisor
• Performing drill rig and support truck maintenance; reporting repair and maintenance issues to the drilling supervisor
• Following company safety procedures and guidelines for maintaining a safe work environment for all crew personnel
• Safely and accurately loading drill rig and support vehicle each day with supplies
• Promptly and accurately completing time sheets and field paperwork
• Care for and clean assigned company vehicles and drilling equipment and other assigned equipment
• Maintaining professional behavior and quality standards
• Willingness to work out of town and on non-standard work schedules when required
• Other duties as assigned

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Job description

ECS Group of Companies, a leader in geotechnical and environmental consulting, is seeking a field technician in Charlotte, NC, to support penetrometer testing operations, borings, and geoprobes. You will locate borings in the field, record required drilling data, load and maintain drill rigs and vehicles, complete field paperwork, and report issues to the project manager.

A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with 0–3 years of experience.