Driller's Helper
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2331, Old Cave Hill Lane, Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, 40513, United States
Your Opportunity
As a Driller's Helper, you will play a vital role in geotechnical exploration by assisting the driller in solid stem and hollow stem auger drilling, rock coring, mud rotary drilling, and other advancement techniques. Your work is essential for determining soil characteristics on construction sites through site investigation and drilling.
Beyond drilling, you will support the installation of critical monitoring equipment, including monitoring wells, slope inclinometers, vibrating wire piezometers, and settlement sensors. This role requires you to move, set up, and operate drilling rigs and related equipment to drill holes for these investigations. The work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and is generally physically demanding, requiring a hands-on approach to field operations.
Work location
Work model: On-site
2331, Old Cave Hill Lane, Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, 40513, United States
Lexington, Kentucky
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleHelp move, set up, and operate drilling rigs and related equipment for geotechnical exploration
- check_circleAssist in installing monitoring wells, slope inclinometers, piezometers, and settlement sensors
- check_circleLoad and unload trucks and deliver field supplies
- check_circlePerform shop and yard duties as directed by management
- check_circleOperate pumps for air, water, and mud, and tools used to correct boring problems
- check_circleDig and clean mud pits and drains, and assist with well development and pumping tests
- check_circleAssist driller in solid stem, hollow stem auger, rock coring, and mud rotary drilling techniques
- check_circleClean and maintain equipment, including lubrication and minor repairs
- check_circleLabel, bag, or jar samples for analysis and obtain drilling core samples
Requirements
- verifiedAt least 21 years old
- verifiedHigh School Diploma
- verifiedMust be able to obtain DOT medical card
- verifiedMust pass company background checks including drug screen
- verifiedMust have an excellent driving record
- verifiedOne year experience preferred
- verifiedClass A CDL license preferred
Nice to Have
Mechanical skills, Class A CDL license, one year of experience
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Solid Stem Auger Drilling, Hollow Stem Auger Drilling, Rock Coring, Mud Rotary Drilling, Drilling Rigs, Monitoring Wells, Slope Inclinometers, Vibrating Wire Piezometers, Settlement Sensors, Instrumentation.
Education: High School Diploma preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Driller's Helper at Stantec
What does a Driller's Helper at Stantec do?expand_more
A Driller's Helper at Stantec is responsible for the following: Help move, set up, and operate drilling rigs and related equipment for geotechnical exploration; Assist in installing monitoring wells, slope inclinometers, piezometers, and settlement sensors; Load and unload trucks and deliver field supplies; and Perform shop and yard duties as directed by management.
What are the requirements for this Driller's Helper role?expand_more
To qualify for the Driller's Helper at Stantec position, applicants should have: At least 21 years old; High School Diploma; Must be able to obtain DOT medical card; Must pass company background checks including drug screen; Must have an excellent driving record; and One year experience preferred.
Where is the Driller's Helper role at Stantec located?expand_more
Driller's Helper at Stantec is based in 2331, Old Cave Hill Lane, Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, 40513, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Driller's Helper job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Stantec has listed this Driller's Helper role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Driller's Helper role?expand_more
Driller's Helper at Stantec typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
What skills do you need for the Driller's Helper role at Stantec?expand_more
Key skills for Driller's Helper at Stantec include Solid Stem Auger Drilling; Hollow Stem Auger Drilling; Rock Coring; Mud Rotary Drilling; Drilling Rigs; Monitoring Wells; Slope Inclinometers; and Vibrating Wire Piezometers.
What education is required for Driller's Helper at Stantec?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High School Diploma preferred.
What category does the Driller's Helper role belong to?expand_more
Driller's Helper at Stantec is part of the trade & construction job category on Recrutus.