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TERRACON

Driller/Exploration Team Member II

Gahanna, OH

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

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 ...

TERRACON

Driller/Exploration Team Member II

Gahanna, OH · On-site

$22.25 - $30.25/hr

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 ...

TERRACON

Driller/Exploration Team Member III

Gahanna, OH

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

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 ...

TERRACON

Driller/Exploration Team Member III

Gahanna, OH · On-site

$22.25 - $30.25/hr

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 ...

Ans Team

Geologist II

Columbus, OH · On-site

$66K - $75K/yr

Coordinate and oversee field exploration activities, including drilling operations, sampling, infiltration testing, pile load testing, and geophysical surveys, to ensure compliance with project ...

ANS

Geologist II

Columbus, OH

$66K - $75K/yr

Coordinate and oversee field exploration activities, including drilling operations, sampling, infiltration testing, pile load testing, and geophysical surveys, to ensure compliance with project ...

ANS

Geologist II

Columbus, OH · On-site

$66K - $75K/yr

Coordinate and oversee field exploration activities, including drilling operations, sampling, infiltration testing, pile load testing, and geophysical surveys, to ensure compliance with project ...

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Driller/Exploration Team Member II

Gahanna, OH

TERRACON
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$21.75 - $29.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Terracon rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 121 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 72 rated business consultants

Job description

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. Work as part of a multiple person team on projects. ETMs will perform daily tasks including survey and locate drilling points; conduct site reconnaissance; load/unload tooling, materials and samples; classify soil and rock samples; perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment, prepare internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT Logs) paperwork.
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.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 1-year experience.
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
    • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Many states require specific driller/well installation licensure. Where applicable, such licensure is required.
    • Required Qualifications:
  • Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days of employment.
  • The employee will be expected to perform the following tasks:
    • oOperate a geotechnical drill rig to advance shallow boreholes in soil.oOversee a 2-man drill crew in all tasks associated with drilling operations.oInstall instrumentation and monitoring wells.oPerform routine repairs and maintenance. oPerform basic surveying, site reconnaissance, and utility clearance tasksoDrive all forms of drilling equipment to and from project locations.oWork to independently inspect and complete routine maintenance of 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.

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