Driller - Geotechnical / Environmental

Driller – Geotechnical / Environmental
Company Location – Altoona, PA

Responsibilities and Skills:
• Operation drill rig and oversight of drilling operations for auger borings, standard penetration test (SPT) sampling, rock coring, monitoring well installations, infiltration testing and other types of drilling, as required
•Assesses soil stability for construction projects and identify potential contamination in environmental projects
•Prepare drilling equipment, log findings, install monitoring wells, and perform tests to ensure project safety and environmental compliance
•Maintenance of company’s drill rigs and utility locating units
• Supervision and mentoring of drilling assistant
•Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
•Sound organizational and problem-solving skills
•Must be able to sit/stand/kneel/reach/climb for extended periods of time
•Individually able to lift 50 pounds, more weight with assistance
•OSHA 40 Hour Training provided if not trained
•Willingness to learn and follow all client and company protocols

Minimum Qualifications:
•2+ years Environment and/or Geotechnical drilling with Heavy Equipment Operations is highly preferred
• Valid Class A or B CDL is a plus with a clean driving record
•Previous Groundwater/Soil Sampling and other Geological/Hydrogeological Investigations knowledge
•Proficient computer skills and smart phones /tablet experience
•Ability to use electronic logging devices for CDL hours of service
•Experience with Geoprobes and/or Soil Scout drill rigs is a plus
•Experience with Installation of Monitoring Wells and Soil Borings is a plus
•Must be able to work with moderate to high noise levels, i.e., heavy equipment and drilling
•Must be able to work on diverse types of terrain and in all types of weather conditions, majority of time will be spent outdoors at various extreme conditions (hot/cold, wet/dry)
•High School degree or equivalent
• Pre-employment Drug Screening and Background checks required

Schedule / Benefits Overview:
•Hourly rate based on experience
•Monday – Friday, with an occasional weekend. Averages 45-60 hours a week.
•Overtime required at times, Must be adaptable to last minute change of schedule
•Position includes frequent overnight travel. On average, 3 nights out per week
•Company pays for all food/lodging while traveling
•ESOP stock options given after eligibility period - Employee-owned company
•Medical/Vision insurance is available on the 1st of the month after 60 days of service
•401K available after eligibility period
•Holiday pay, Paid time off accrued on the bi-weekly paycheck

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