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ECS Group of Companies · 1 day ago

Lead Driller

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

ECS Group of Companies is a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. They are seeking a Lead Driller to perform standard penetrometer testing operations, operate drilling equipment, and ensure the safe and efficient completion of drilling operations.

Civil Engineering

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform standard penetrometer testing operations including performing boring and Geoprobes

Operate Geoprobe unit for the collection of soil and Cone Penetrometer (CPT) data

Complete drilling operations by operating drill, including rotary, churn, and pneumatic; monitoring progress; adjusting bit weight and rotary speed; changing bit; removing debris; setting explosives; operate gasoline, diesel, electric, or stream draw works

Locate borings in the field

Record all required drilling data

Ability to safely advance borings of 200+ feet in depth

Ability to advance rock cores of 100+ feet

Ability to install groundwater monitoring wells and knowledge of local/state code requirements for installation and abandonment

Ability to install geotechnical instrumentation such as inclinometer casings, vibrating wire piezometers, etc

Keep supervisor informed of changing site conditions and/or additional testing requested on project sites

Report all project specific issues directly to the project manager and/or your supervisor

Perform drill rig and support truck maintenance - Reporting all repair and maintenance issues to your supervisor

Troubleshoot mechanical problems including those of electrical or hydraulic nature. Potentially perform complex repairs with a high level of knowledge of rigs and equipment

Safely and accurately load drill rig and support vehicle each day with supplies needed

Plan daily schedule to meet productivity goals set by your supervisor and/or department management

Promptly and accurately complete time sheets and field paperwork

Care for and clean assigned company vehicles and drilling equipment and any other assigned equipment. Notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment

Maintain professional behavior and quality standards

Train and mentor Drilling Helper and Drillers

Maintain safe, healthy, and environmentally sound work environment by following organization standards and legal regulations; preventing spillage' wearing personal protective equipment; storing and maintaining hazardous material

Willingness to work out of town and non-standard work schedules when required

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Water Well Driller LicensureDrilling TechniquesGeotechnical Drilling MethodsMechanical AptitudeGPS Systems KnowledgeDependableMath SkillsMap Reading SkillsLift 85 PoundsAdvanced Electronic ProficiencyCommunication SkillsSelf-Motivated

Required

10 years of related experience

High school diploma or GED required

Water Well Driller Licensure: Ability to achieve state water well driller licensure, depending on state requirements and need. Prior licensure is preferred

Commercial Driver's License: May be required depending on the needs of the office/subsidiary, but is preferred. If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

Can perform hollow stem auger, mud rotary, and rock coring drilling techniques and has experience with advanced project requirements such as barge work, dams, 200 ft deep borings, etc

Excellent communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing)

Dependable, self-motivated, responsible and detail-oriented

Knowledge of GPS systems

Strong knowledge and understanding of geotechnical and environmental drilling methods, and ability to interpret data

Significant hands-on experience with drill rigs, push rigs, drilling procedures, and sampling methods

Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with hydraulic system repairs

Ability to work effectively with clients, peers and supervisors as well as independently

Advanced proficiency with electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops

Increasing math skills to support assigned tasks and responsibilities

Ability to read maps, follow directions, and interpret engineering and construction plans

Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds a number of times each day, stand for extended periods, and walk on uneven ground through various terrains

Preferred

Prior licensure is preferred

Commercial Driver's License: May be required depending on the needs of the office/subsidiary, but is preferred

Company

ECS Group of Companies

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ECS Group of Companies is a Chantilly, VA-based consulting engineering firm.

Founded in 1988

Chantilly, VA, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.ecslimited.com

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