Geotechnical Drilling Assistant | Field Tech & Sampling

WSB; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WSB in Minnesota is seeking a Field Technician to assist drillers in geotechnical operations, prepare and mobilize equipment, and maintain accurate field logs. The role is primarily field-based, outdoors in all weather, with travel to project sites, occasional overnight stays, and possible overtime.

Candidates should have a high school diploma; valid driver's license; basic MS Office skills; CDL and Hazmat certifications are a plus; on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record; ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• CDL Class A or B preferred but not required.
• DOT Medical/Health Card within 30 days of employment.
• OSHA 40-hour Hazmat, CPR, or First Aid certifications preferred (training available).
• On-the-job training provided for drilling/heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist driller in geotechnical drilling operations including auger handling, soil sampling, rock coring, and borehole backfilling.
• Prepare and mobilize equipment for daily projects, ensuring tools and materials are secured.
• Maintain accurate field logs and handle soil samples per project requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of drill rigs, support vehicles, and related equipment.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and company standards; travel to project sites with overnight stays as needed.
• Complete administrative tasks such as timesheets, expense reports, and project documentation.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Drilling/Heavy equipment experience

Valid driver’s license

Travel readiness

Lifting capability 75 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive)

Job description

WSB in Minnesota is seeking a Field Technician to assist drillers in geotechnical operations, prepare and mobilize equipment, and maintain accurate field logs. The role is primarily field-based, outdoors in all weather, with travel to project sites, occasional overnight stays, and possible overtime.

Candidates should have a high school diploma; valid driver's license; basic MS Office skills; CDL and Hazmat certifications are a plus; on-the-job training provided.