Entry-Level Geotechnical Driller

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Job Description

As an Entry-Level Geotechnical Driller, you will be responsible for providing assistance to and working with drilling staff, senior technicians, surveyors, and construction managers. The Entry-Level Geotechnical Driller plays a vital role in collecting information in the field and capturing subsurface materials to better serve our clients for accurate geotechnical analyses. This is an entry level position, which will require a significant amount of travel and working year-round in all types of terrain and weather conditions. On the job training is provided for this niche position and there is opportunity for advancement as geotechnical drilling skills are mastered.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists drilling staff to perform inspection assignments under direct supervision.
• Prepares daily reports and keeps accurate records of drilling activities according to pre-established guidelines
• Assist in setting up and monitoring the safety of drilling operations
• Works in all types of terrain and weather conditions

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Must have high school diploma
• Ability to lift minimum 50 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Ability to obtain and maintain railroad and safety certifications.
• Ability to pass Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and obtain a commercial driving license (CDL).
• Has a willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel frequently out of state
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we're here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you'll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you'll:

• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting

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