Universal Engineering Sciences • Charlotte, NC 28230
Job #2672574967
Build your future as a Lead Driller at SUMMIT Engineering, Laboratory & Testing, Inc., A UES Company. As one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the nation, we're looking for bold new talent to grow along with us.
We believe in the value of hard work. If you're known for your unmatched work ethic, reliability, and willingness to work in a team, you have the foundation needed to receive training and paid certifications.
As a Lead Driller, you will be responsible for obtaining quality subsurface samples in a timely, efficient and safe manner as well as securing, caring for and then transporting samples to the laboratory while keeping accurate hand-written records of drilling and sampling efforts in the form of boring logs, specializing in both shallow and deep foundation investigations.
In addition, the purpose of this position is to be a crew leader, responsible for the care and safe use of company equipment, mentoring and training of junior staff and interacting with both project engineers and client representatives in a professional and positive manner.
Job Responsibilities
Travel to various job sites in a company provided vehicle
Perform drilling and bore exploratory vertical holes into the earth to evaluate soil types and strength characteristics
Prepare equipment and supplies for each day's drilling projects
Drive rig and equipment with CDL License
Inspect drill rig and roll-on carrier daily in general accordance with IFTA/DOT guidelines
Perform routine maintenance on drill rig and roll-on carrier as needed, communicating extraordinary maintenance or repair needs to staff mechanic
Operate roll-on carrier to transport drill rigs from site to site
Operate hand-clearing equipment (chain saw, bush axe, etc.) as needed to gain entry to boring locations
Operate ATV and Geoprobe drill rigs as needed
Keep hand-written logs of each drilled boring
Identify, secure and transport all samples obtained during drilling operations to company laboratory
Mentor drilling helpers/assistants
Meet footage goals set by Department Manager
Cooperate with other members of the Geotechnical Department, adding to a safe and professional work environment
May operate miscellaneous drilling equipment including rods, augers, etc.
Have daily and professional communication with the Field Crews, Department Managers and clients
Maintain clean trucks and equipment
Complete accurate and detailed field logs and update existing logs as needed
Perform manual labor by assembling, operating and disassembling equipment
Follow safety procedures and protocols
GIS Mapping
Borehole layouts
Piezometric water measurements
Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments
Ability to walk, stand, lift, pull, reach with hands and arms, use hands to grip and release tools and/or machine controls, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear
Field work on outside construction sites involving long-term standing and repetitive motions
The drilling process is a repetitive process, often repeated several times an hour. Extensive manual lifting and handling is required. Manual lifting is performed both individually and with assistance.
Some overtime work may be required with workdays ranging from 8-12 hours
Ability to read and interpret construction documents, accurately complete field testing paperwork and follow direction from others to complete tasks as assigned
Ability to continuously perform body motions and movements including bending, twisting, reaching, pulling, pushing, stooping and kneeling during drilling operations and related tasks
Ability to lift up to 100lbs.
Qualifications & Skills:
Qualifications:
Required: High School diploma or equivalent
Required: Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
Required: Valid/active Commercial Driver's License (Class B minimum)
Required: Experience in Rock Coring
Preferred: Experience in the operation of CPT equipment
Preferred: North Carolina Well-Driller's License - Class A
Preferred: South Carolina Well-Driller's License - Class B
Preferred: OSHA 10-hour
Skills:
Ability to read, write and use technology including phone and computer
Ability and willingness to provide excellent customer service to clients
Ability to read and comprehend field instructions as prepared by Engineers
Ability and willingness to efficiently and effectively communicate with Engineers throughout the drilling process
Ability to perform hollow-stem auger, mud-rotary, and rock coring methods
Ability to keep accurate field logs
Ability to accurately obtain, identify, secure and transport samples during drilling operations
Ability and willingness to safely operate company equipment and perform routine maintenance
Ability and willingness to teach, mentor and transmit safe and accurate drilling skills to junior staff
Ability and willingness to act professionally and hold others accountable to the same level of conduct
$20 - $22 an hour
Team: Drilling
Work Type: Full-Time
Location Type: onsite
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