Universal Engineering Sciences • Gainesville, FL 32612
Job #2678120044
Overview
Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building
Envelope services.
Summary
The Driller's Helper is a key role, responsible for assisting the driller in the operation of drilling equipment to bore exploratory vertical holes into the earth to evaluate soil type and strength characteristics. The ideal candidate is a
reliable, trustworthy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where collaboration and autonomy are valued.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
On average the workdays range from 7 - 12 hours. The driller's primary duty is that of a laborer with extensive manual lifting and handling
The materials collections process (i.e. soils, concrete, asphalt, etc.) is repetitive in nature several times per hour
The manual lifting is performed individually and in tandem, when necessary, with the Head Driller or other driller's helper(s)
The following equipment and products are lifted, carried, and manipulated: Steel drill rods, steel drill casings, steel augers, steel drill tip bits, and 50 lbs. bags of sand, cement, and bentonite.; the rods, augers, casings, and drill tip bits weigh up to 100+ lbs.
The weights manually lifted range from 0 to 200+ lbs. Weights in the 5 - 75 lbs. range are lifted frequently (From 33% up to 66% of the task period) with a frequency range of 10 - 35 repetitions per hour
Weights in the range of 25 - 200+ lbs. (drill rods, hollow-stem auger bits, and casings) are lifted frequently (From 15% to 30% of the task period) with a range of 0 - 15 repetitions per hour, on average, with or without reasonable accommodation
Weights in the range of 25 - 200+ lbs. (drill rods, hollow-stem auger bits, and casings) are lifted frequently (From 15% to 30% of the task period) with a range of 5 - 15 repetitions per hour, on average, with or without reasonable accommodation
Depending upon the location of the support truck(s) and trailer in proximity to the drill rig, the equipment and materials are manually lifted and carried/moved, ranging from a 0 to 75+ feet, on average, in walking
distance, with or without reasonable accommodation
from 66% up to 100% of the task period) to perform the physical manual work tasks involved with the drilling operations and related tasks
This job is in Florida, with exposure to intense sun, intense heat, humidity, rain, thunderstorms, and other adverse weather conditions
Job site conditions may or may not be accessible by vehicle, including wetlands, swamps, grasslands, and fields with uneven surfaces, sand, brush, and other natural and man-made obstacles
This job is primarily and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and construction sites where the noise level is usually moderate to loud
Preferred Qualifications:
Valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver's
License and Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria)
Ability to pass a background check screening in accordance with Florida's Jessica Lunsford Act (equivalent state classification)
Ability to complete OSHA 40-hour class
Ability to obtain Certificate with 8-Hour Annual Refresher Course Certificate
Ability to read & write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as the ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients
Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form
Preferred Qualifications:
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
One to three years of prior drilling experience is preferred
Class A CDL Preferred
Team: Drilling
Work Type: Full-Time
Location Type: onsite
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