Entry Level Driller Assistant - Geotechnical
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Entry-Level Driller Assistant - Harlingen Texas
Intertek a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the worlds top-recognized brands and companies is actively seeking an Entry-Level Driller Assistantto join our Professional Services Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team inHarlingen Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career inthe architectural engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry.
Professional Service Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing geotechnical services environmental engineering industrial hygiene and specialty testing.
What are we looking for
The Entry-Level Driller Assistant is responsible for assisting the Driller with soil drilling rock coring sampling classifications in-situ testing and monitoring well installation.
In addition to competitive compensation packages when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical dental vision life disability 401(k) with company match generous vacation / sick time (PTO) tuition reimbursement and more.
What youll do:
- Assist Driller to load / unload augers and assemble / disassemble augers
- Prepare tooling and supplies for the days tasks
- Assemble / disassemble augers
- Assist with the location of boring locations
- Retrieve and log samples
- Clean / maintain equipment and perform site clean up
- Recognize and identify soil and rock types and material classifications
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
- 6 months Construction Laborerexperience
- Experience working in an outside environment
- Valid drivers license and reliable driving record
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
- Effective communication skills (written verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills
- Ability to lift move push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally over 50 pounds with assistance
- Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound
- Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions including hot and cold temperatures
- Ability to climb occasionally and work at various heights
- Ability to work over night hours and off shift
- Basic math calculator and computer skills
- The ability to read and understand work plans
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Past drilling experience is strongly preferred but not required - candidates with equipment operation experience will be considered
- Experience working in a physically demanding role including manual labor
- Have a mechanical background and aptitude with skills in operating and maintaining machinery
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market with a proven high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion pace and precision we work to exceed our customers expectations while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.
We Value Diversity
Interteks network of phenomenal peopleare our greatest assets and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation or who need assistance applying please call 1- (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
