Drilling / Exploration Technician (Entry Level) Location: Omaha, NE + Regional Travel Looking to ... From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration ...
Drilling / Exploration Technician (Entry Level) Location: Omaha, NE + Regional Travel Looking to ... From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration ...
Drilling / Exploration Technician (Entry Level) Location: Omaha, NE + Regional Travel Looking to ... From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration ...
Drilling / Exploration Technician (Entry Level) Location: Omaha, NE + Regional Travel Looking to ... From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration ...
Entrylevel Geophysicist information
What is the difference between Entrylevel Geophysicist vs Entry-level Geologist?
| Aspect | Entrylevel Geophysicist | Entry-level Geologist |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's degree in Geophysics, Earth Science, or related field | Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, or related field |
| Work Environment | Field surveys, data analysis, computer modeling | Fieldwork, sample collection, laboratory analysis |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Oil & gas, mineral exploration, environmental consulting | Mining, environmental consulting, natural resource management |
While both roles require a bachelor's degree in Earth sciences, Entrylevel Geophysicists focus on subsurface imaging and data analysis using geophysical methods, whereas Entry-level Geologists often conduct field sampling and geological mapping. The roles overlap in industry and work environment but differ in technical focus and daily tasks.
What job categories do people searching Entrylevel Geophysicist jobs in Nebraska look for? The top searched job categories for Entrylevel Geophysicist jobs in Nebraska are:
$22 - $30/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 15 days ago
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Job description
Drilling / Exploration Technician (Entry Level)
Location: Omaha, NE + Regional Travel
Looking to start a hands-on career with long-term stability-not seasonal layoffs? Terracon offers yearround work, paid training, and a clear path to advancement in a growing industry. If you enjoy working outdoors, learning technical skills, and being part of a safetyfocused team, this could be the opportunity for you.
Why Join Terracon?
We don't just offer a job-we offer a career path:
- Stable, yearround employment
- Paid, onthejob training-no prior drilling experience required
- Clear advancement opportunities, including growing into a Team Leader role
- Employee ownership-you share in the company's success
- Strong safety culture that prioritizes your wellbeing
- Opportunity to work on projects across Nebraska and beyond
- Build specialized skills that are always in demand
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 was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
Innovation and hands-on practice come together in our geotechnical consulting services. We provide geotechnical services nationwide for a wide range of projects, drawing on six decades of historical geotechnical data, a fleet of more than 200 drill rigs, 140 accredited laboratories, and thousands of employees to quickly organize or capture site data wherever projects are located.From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration, we deliver precision, value-added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients' challenges and achieve their goals for project sustainability, quality, and efficiency.What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Little to no prior experience required-we'll train you
- Willingness to travel for projects
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within 30 days of hire
- Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions
- Dependable, safetyminded, and eager to learn
What You'll Do
As an Entry-Level Drilling / Exploration Technician, you'll train alongside experienced professionals while building skills that lead to a long-term career:
- Work yearround (not seasonal like landscaping, snow removal, or construction)
- Learn drilling and exploration fundamentals, including:
- Equipment operation and maintenance (augers, bits, tooling)
- Soil and rock testing methods
- Installation of groundwater monitoring wells
- Basics of reading civil and geotechnical plans
- Assist the Lead Operator with daily field operations
- Drive mediumduty trucks to job sites across the region
- Follow Terracon's SafetyFirst culture:
- Participate in pretask planning
- Follow all safety standards and report concerns
- Maintain quality standards on every project
- Travel regionally and occasionally nationwide with per diem provided