Geology Technician

Job Summary

A Geotechnical Assistant supports the lead driller in subsurface drilling operations using various geotechnical drilling equipment. This entry-level position involves training in equipment maintenance, operation, and understanding the geotechnical exploration process

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in Drilling Operations: Perform subsurface drilling using techniques such as auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary, and diamond rock bit coring
• Sample Collection: Collect soil and rock samples using various samplers and prepare boring logs
• Equipment Maintenance: Conduct routine maintenance on drilling equipment, including diesel engines and hydraulic components
• Safety Compliance: Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects
• Support Tasks: Help with positioning and aligning the rig, driving medium-duty drilling trucks, and operating other equipment like forklifts and skid steer.

Essential Skills

• Soil sampling
• Environmental science
• Environmental engineering
• Geology
• Geotechnical
• Fieldwork
• Data collection
• Groundwater analysis

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• AAS or BS degree in Geology or Environmental Science
• Any field experience is a plus