Driller Assistant/Exploration Team Member I
Terracon, Dallas, TX, United States
General Responsibilities
Exploration Team Members (ETMs) will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in‑situ testing techniques. Drill methods may include auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring techniques. In‑situ testing techniques may include cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing, and rock dilatometer testing. Work may also include the installation of instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells, and inclinometers, as part of a multi‑person team on projects. ETMs will perform daily tasks including surveying and locating drilling points; conducting site reconnaissance; loading and unloading tooling, materials, and samples; classifying soil and rock samples; performing routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment; and preparing internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT logs) paperwork.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities
This is an entry level position. No experience is required.
Load tooling and materials.
Assist in drilling operations, instrumentation, and monitoring well installation.
Collect soil and rock samples and log field data.
Perform routine repairs and maintenance.
Perform basic surveying and site reconnaissance.
Drive a medium‑duty truck and trailer.
Learn to inspect and maintain equipment.
Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects; participate in pre‑task planning; report any safety issues or concerns to management.
Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Limited or no experience required.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within the first 30 days of employment.
Preferred Certification and Skills
Experience in diesel mechanics, welding, fabrication, heavy equipment operation, and construction.
Valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license.
About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee‑owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi‑discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee‑owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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Exploration Team Members (ETMs) will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in‑situ testing techniques. Drill methods may include auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring techniques. In‑situ testing techniques may include cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing, and rock dilatometer testing. Work may also include the installation of instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells, and inclinometers, as part of a multi‑person team on projects. ETMs will perform daily tasks including surveying and locating drilling points; conducting site reconnaissance; loading and unloading tooling, materials, and samples; classifying soil and rock samples; performing routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment; and preparing internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT logs) paperwork.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities
This is an entry level position. No experience is required.
Load tooling and materials.
Assist in drilling operations, instrumentation, and monitoring well installation.
Collect soil and rock samples and log field data.
Perform routine repairs and maintenance.
Perform basic surveying and site reconnaissance.
Drive a medium‑duty truck and trailer.
Learn to inspect and maintain equipment.
Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects; participate in pre‑task planning; report any safety issues or concerns to management.
Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Limited or no experience required.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within the first 30 days of employment.
Preferred Certification and Skills
Experience in diesel mechanics, welding, fabrication, heavy equipment operation, and construction.
Valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license.
About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee‑owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi‑discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee‑owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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