Drill Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Drill Technician has a versatile role performing both drilling and Construction Materials Testing (CMT) operations. This position plays a critical role in supporting geotechnical investigations by assisting in drilling activities and construction projects by conducting materials testing. The successful candidate will contribute to the success of projects in both drilling and CMT operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations or workable solutions may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Work with Drillers or Lead Drillers to set up and operate drilling equipment.
• Support the execution of geotechnical investigations and soil sampling.
• Review project instructions, and ensure all materials and supplies are available for project completion.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements for sealing of boreholes.
• Perform field testing and laboratory testing of concrete, soils, bituminous, or masonry products.
• Perform quality assurance services on construction sites of materials adhering to project specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on drilling equipment and CMT equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and report any issues promptly to Drillers or Drill Leads.
• Assist in the collection, labeling, and transport of soil and rock samples.
• Follow established procedures for proper storage and documentation of collected samples.
• Prepare written field logs of borings, including judging, documenting soil classifications, and apparent geologic origin.
• Assist in site preparation activities, including marking drilling locations and ensuring access for drilling equipment.
• Check in with Site Contact to review plans and specifications of project work.
• Understand site activities for conducting field testing with minimal disruption to work area, positioning yourself appropriately on the job site.
• Record drilling and CMT data accurately, maintaining detailed field information for reference and analysis.
• Collaborate with the project team to ensure data integrity and quality control.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols during CMT and drilling operations.
• Participate in safety meetings and proactively identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve project objectives efficiently.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Preferred Skills

Pay Transparency

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $22.36 - $27.93 per hour based on skill set and experience. AET offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), long term savings, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Work Environment

This job primarily operates outdoors in all seasons and varying conditions.

Physical Demands

Frequently lift 30-60 pounds from the floor to 2 feet.

AAP / EEO Statement

It is the policy of AET to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Notice to Third Party Agencies : AET does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by AET’s Chief People Officer (CPO), AET reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.

Salary : $22 - $28