Driller Assistant - Construction at Intertek US

Columbus, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Soil Drilling, Rock Coring, Soil Sampling, Geotechnical Engineering, Communication, Basic Math Skills, Safety Practices, Equipment Maintenance, GPS Equipment, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Physical Stamina, Attention To Detail, Adaptability, Time Management

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Driller Assistant - Construction - Columbus, OH PSI, an Intertek company, is searching for a Driller Assistant to join our Building & Construction team in our Columbus, OH office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry! About the Building & Construction Team Intertek's Building & Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of your new developments, existing assets, and facilities. Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. What are we looking for? The Driller Assistant is responsible for working on a drilling team to operate various drill rigs to collect soil and rock samples for geotechnical engineering purposes. Salary & Benefits Information Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job-related duties. 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 you’ll do: Assist with soil drilling, rock coring, soil/rock sampling, classifications, in-situ testing, and monitoring well installation Assist in the operations of various drilling rigs Operate support vehicle equipment Assists Driller to manipulate, load, and unload drill rig tooling Interact with geotechnical engineers and project managers to understand drilling assignments and to relate field information to the office Prepare tooling and supplies for the day’s tasks Assist in assembling and disassembling drill tooling potentially including but not limited to the following: solid-flight augers, hollow-stem augers, rock core barrel assembly kits, Shelby tube samplers, split-spoon samples, etc. Assists with the identification of boring locations through the use of GPS equipment Retrieval and logging of soil/rock samples Cleaning and maintaining equipment as well as assisting in site clean up responsibilities Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work Minimum Requirements and Qualifications: Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communication Requires basic math skills Ability to receive work instructions and follow tasks Must be able to work off shifts and overtime Must be able to travel up to 5% of the time Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record (required) Preferred Requirements and Qualifications: HS Education or Equivalent (preferred) Experience assisting with drilling operations is preferred, but not required – WE WILL TRAIN! Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, move, push and pull up 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 (hot and cold) for the majority of the day Ability to climb occasionally 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 Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are 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 email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department. LI-HB *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.

Responsibilities

The Driller Assistant is responsible for working on a drilling team to operate various drill rigs to collect soil and rock samples for geotechnical engineering purposes. This includes assisting with drilling operations, preparing tooling, and maintaining equipment.