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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
- Uses drilling equipment to drill into the ground to retrieve soils samples.
- Ensures accurate visual inspections of soil samples.
- Logs inspection results for reporting purposes Holds the drill rod during the drilling process.
- Responsible for loading and unloading drilling equipment in and out of the company vehicle.
- Drives company vehicle to and from work sites
- Communicates effectively with clients employees and supervisors.
- On time and consistent attendance
Other Responsibilities
1. Other duties as required
Minimum Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Two to five years experience in soil drilling
- Valid Drivers License is required
- Must be able to follow verbal instructions
- Basic computer skills required
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in the outside elements of the field up to 100% of scheduled work hours
- Required to remain standing for up to 8 hours per work day and walk on uneven/unstable surfaces concrete grass dirt gravel
- Must be able to bend stoop and climb
- Must be able to effectively communicate verbally
- Required to be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Ability to manipulate with hands to screw and unscrew equipment operate tools and machinery
- Must be able to drive a company vehicle in a safe manner
- Ability to travel and stay overnight work flexible schedules including overtime based on the work load of the Drilling Department
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 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. While we are still one of the first companies on project sites conducting environmental assessments land surveys and geotechnical studies our design teams are close behind. We now deliver cuttingedge solutions to complex infrastructure and building requirements. And our project management and construction management services mean we are often one of the last teams to leave. From start to finish 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 and motor vehicle record checks are required.
Employment Type
Full-Time
