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Actalent Entry Level Driller Helper in Shawnee Mission, Kansas
Job Title: Entry Level Driller Helper
Job Description
Civil/Geotechnical firm seeking to train candidates to work in the field on a variety of geotechnical projects around the KC metro area and occasional regional travel (home on weekends) to TX, OK, KS, MO, NE, and IA. Company vehicle provided for job site travel. Per diem when required. Ideal candidates will have a love of the outdoors, willingness to work during inclement weather on a small team, be handy with tools, and able to push, pull, and lift specialized equipment up to 50 pounds. No experience necessary. Must be willing to submit to a drug test, background check, and have reliable transportation to get to the office. This position works under the supervision of the Geotechnical Drilling Crew Leader on auger/rotary drilling machines. The successful candidate will assist a driller in the field with soil borings, soil sampling, monitoring of well installations, and rock coring. Will report findings, and collect and sort field samples for the lab. Will replace drill augers and perform additional duties as directed by the lead driller. Travel required.
Hard Skills
Ability to push, pull, and lift specialized equipment up to 50 pounds
Assist with soil borings, soil sampling, and rock coring
Monitoring well installations
Reporting findings and collecting/sorting field samples for the lab
Replacing drill augers
Soft Skills
Love of the outdoors
Willingness to work during inclement weather
Ability to work on a small team
Handy with tools
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.
Work Environment
Remote field locations around the KC Metro, with potential for longer distances depending on the project.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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