CDL A Sonic Drill Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

CDL A SONIC ASSISTANT | ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist the Lead Driller with environmental drilling activities, including sonic drilling, Geoprobe/direct-push drilling, soil and groundwater sampling, monitoring well installation, well abandonment, grouting, and other related environmental field services.

• Operate company vehicles requiring a Class A CDL, including trucks, trailers, and equipment transport vehicles, in accordance with DOT regulations and company policy.

• Assist with loading, securing, transporting, unloading, and staging drilling equipment, tooling, supplies, materials, and support equipment.

• Assist with setup and breakdown of drilling sites, including positioning equipment, preparing tooling, managing hoses and rods, organizing materials, and maintaining safe access around the work area.

• Perform strenuous physical labor associated with drilling activities, including lifting, bending, climbing, carrying equipment, handling tooling, collecting samples, and supporting waste handling or remediation activities.

• Assist with operation of sonic drilling equipment, Geoprobe/direct-push equipment, and other drilling support equipment under the direction of the Lead Driller.

• Follow applicable safety rules, regulations, company policies, site-specific health and safety plans, job safety analyses, SDS information, and PPE requirements.

• Assist with collection, labeling, handling, and documentation of soil, groundwater, and other environmental samples.

• Assist with well construction, well development, decontamination, abandonment, and site restoration activities.

• Perform routine inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and preventive maintenance on drilling rigs, vehicles, trailers, tooling, pumps, and support equipment.

• Identify and report equipment issues, unsafe conditions, incidents, near misses, spills, or irregularities to the Lead Driller or supervisor.

• Complete or assist with required field documentation, including DVIR inspection sheets, tailgate safety forms, daily logs, sample records, and equipment maintenance records.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work site, vehicle, and equipment area.

• Work cooperatively with the Lead Driller, project managers, clients, consultants, subcontractors, and other field personnel.

• Travel to project sites as assigned, including out-of-town and overnight assignments.

• Maintain required licenses, certifications, and training necessary for the position.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

CDL A SONIC ASSISTANT | REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Class A CDL required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Ability to meet company insurability requirements required.
• Ability to comply with applicable DOT requirements, including medical certification and driver qualification standards, required.
• Experience operating or assisting with trucks, trailers, equipment hauling, or similar Class A CDL driving responsibilities required.
• Prior construction, environmental field services, drilling, remediation, excavation, utility, equipment operation, or related field labor experience required.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor and work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions required.
• Ability to travel for out-of-town assignments required.

CDL A SONIC ASSISTANT | PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prior environmental drilling experience preferred.
• Sonic drilling experience or exposure preferred.
• Geoprobe/direct-push drilling experience or exposure preferred.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification strongly preferred.
• Experience assisting with soil sampling, groundwater sampling, monitoring well installation, well abandonment, grouting, decontamination, or environmental remediation preferred.
• Experience operating skid loaders, mini-excavators, forklifts, telehandlers, or similar support equipment preferred.
• Mechanical experience with diesel engines, hydraulic systems, pumps, trailers, or drilling equipment preferred.
• Current or prior drilling license, apprenticeship, or ability to obtain state drilling apprenticeship/licensing where required preferred.

CDL A SONIC ASSISTANT | COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe operation of Class A CDL vehicles, trailers, and equipment transport vehicles.
• Basic understanding of environmental drilling methods, including sonic drilling, direct-push/Geoprobe drilling, soil sampling, groundwater sampling, monitoring well installation, and well abandonment.
• Ability to safely assist with drilling equipment, tooling, support equipment, and field operations.
• Familiarity with Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response practices, including HAZWOPER-related field safety expectations.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to assist with troubleshooting, cleaning, maintenance, and repair of drilling equipment, vehicles, trailers, hydraulic systems, tooling, and support equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions, project requirements, drilling plans, safety plans, and company procedures.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor in outdoor and industrial environments.
• Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from the Lead Driller or supervisor.
• Strong attention to safety, equipment care, documentation, and jobsite organization.
• Ability to communicate professionally with coworkers, supervisors, clients, and site personnel.
• General computer or mobile device skills for time entry, safety documentation, project forms, and communication.
• Willingness to learn environmental drilling methods and advance technical field skills.

CDL A SONIC ASSISTANT | POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a full-time position. Ability to work flexible hours is required, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, and overtime as project needs require. This position includes out-of-town assignments and frequent travel to project sites, including overnight and multi-day travel.

This position requires driving company vehicles and transporting equipment to and from project locations. The CDL A Sonic Drilling Assistant must be able to travel with drilling crews and support field assignments in varying weather, site, and schedule conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed mostly in an uncontrolled atmosphere. Exposure to harsh conditions such as: dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, and varying weather and temperatures for long periods of time is possible. All employees are required to follow safety standards and wear all personal protective equipment in designated areas. Work in diverse environments such as confined spaces, various heights, and storage tanks. Work outdoors in all weather conditions; extreme heat, cold, dry or wet environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear. Ability to regularly lift and carry 50 pounds. Sitting 10%, standing/walking 90%.

AAP/EEO:

Environmental Works provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

CDL A SONIC ASSISTANT | POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead Sonic Driller is responsible for leading environmental drilling operations, including sonic and Geoprobe/direct-push drilling, soil and groundwater sampling, monitoring well installation, and well abandonment activities. This position oversees daily field execution, directs drilling crew members, maintains safe and efficient jobsite operations, and ensures work is completed in accordance with project requirements, safety standards, and client expectations.

The Lead Sonic Driller serves as the primary field lead for drilling activities and is responsible for operating and maintaining drilling equipment, completing required field documentation, supporting client communication, and mentoring crew members while promoting a safe, professional, and productive work environment.

PAY RANGE

$24 - $29/hr

BENEFITS

• 1700/3400* Deductible Health Insurance Plans Available

*3400 includes Health Savings Plan (HSA) Company Contribution with Employee Contribution

• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401k | Up to 4% Company Match

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

• Accident
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• Life and AD&D

COMPANY PAID BENEFITS

• Short - Term Disability
• Long - Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

COST SAVINGS PROGRAMS

• SmithRX| Prescription Drug
• ValenzHealth | Surgery and Imaging
• CancerCare
• Healthjoy | Care Navigation Platform

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career and Personal Development Resources and Training
• Apparel Reimbursement
• Gym Membership Reimbursement

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