Driller Assistant
Driller Assistant
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Job Description
Thompson Engineering is looking for a Driller Assistant willing to travel but based in our Mobile AL office. The Driller Assistant is responsible for assisting the Driller other Driller Assistants Soil Technicians and Project Engineers with the daily functions of geotechnical (with occasional environmental) drilling operations for both onshore and offshore project assignments.
Essential Functions of the Position
1. Perform variety of drilling duties handling drill rods wrenches and other tools behind the drill rig equipment
2. Responsible for loading and unloading drilling equipment in and out of the company vehicles and trailers
3. Drives company vehicle to and from work sites
4. On time and consistent attendance
5. Picks up sacks filled with mud and empties the mud into the mixer container
6. Monitors the fluid properties of the drilling fluids (mud)
7. Equipment repairs and maintenance in the field and at shop
Other Responsibilities
1. Follow safety procedures
2. Follow quality procedures
3. Other duties as required
Minimum Requirements
1. High School diploma or equivalent
2. Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
3. Valid Drivers License required
4. Commercial Drivers License (CDL) preferred
5. Mechanical aptitude; past experience with working with mechanical systems of some type
6. Past experience with working with hydraulic systems of some type preferred
7. Ability to work on both onshore and offshore project assignments for extended periods of time as may be required for the projects
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to work in the field or outside 12 months of the year up to 100% of scheduled work hours
2. Required to be standing or walking for up to 12 hours per work day and walk on uneven/unstable surfaces concrete grass dirt gravel
3. Must be able to bend stoop and climb
4. Must be able to communicate verbally
5. Required to be able to lift up to 100 lb. sacks of materials
6. Ability to manipulate with hands to screw and unscrew equipment operate tools and machinery
7. Ability to travel and stay overnight on out of town assignments and work flexible schedules including overtime based on the drilling work load
About Us:
Thompson Engineering was formed in 1953 to provide quality assurance for construction projects related to industrial infrastructure and community development. As a drilling materials testing and construction inspection and chemistry laboratory firm we supported the engineering and construction industry. Our early years were building blocks that allowed us to get our feet wet literally performing services along the Gulf Coasts rivers bayous and streams.
Today Thompson Engineering is known for leadership on projects defining skylines coastlines and transportation lines. We support clients in the industrial commercial transportation federal and municipal markets. We are often the first company on project sites conducting environmental assessments land surveys and geotechnical studies. And our project management and construction management services often mean we are the last ones to leave. We are a proven leader in the planning design and construction of major transportation economic development and waterfront projects across the Southeast.
Thompson Engineering and Watermark Design Group are equal opportunity employers. M/F/D/V. Preemployment drug screen physical and motor vehicle record checks are required.
Employment Type
Full-Time
