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Intertek Geotechnical Driller - Construction in Houston, Texas
Geotechnical Driller
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is searching for a Geotechnical Driller to join our Building & Construction team in our Houston, Texas office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry!
Benefits & Perks:
Ability to grow with the Company (over 100 locations with opportunity for growth/advancement)
Day to day variety of work
Ability to work on both small and large projects
Increased pay for certifications
Technical training provided to grow career in Building & Construction industry
Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurances
401k with company match
Tuition reimbursement
What you'll do:
Performs various drilling activities to obtain boring samples. Examples include soil drilling, rock coring, sampling, classifications, in-situ testing, and monitoring well installation
Investigates sub surface conditions
Recognizes and identifies soil and rock types and material classifications
Operates drilling equipment at shallow to moderate depths
Performs complex site investigations
Trouble shoots drilling challenges
Responsible for drill rig transportation
Trains and directs Drillers and communicates with Project teams
Maintains record log of drilling activities
Directs site inquiries from general public to the project team
Identifies and coordinates daily work schedules at job site
Prepares tooling and supplies for the day’s tasks and loads/unloads/assembles/disassembles augers
Retrieves and logs samples
Cleans and maintains equipment and performs site clean up
Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
What it takes to be successful in this role:
High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred
2 years’ related drilling experience is required
Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record is required
CDL is preferred
May require state or local drilling license
Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required
External (or task related) certifications based on region and state may be required
Basic math, calculator, and computer skills are required
The ability to read and understand work plans is required
Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
Travel up to 50%
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift, move, push, and pull up to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance
Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound
Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures
Ability to climb occasionally, and work at various heights
Ability to work over night hours and off shift
Why work for Intertek-PSI?
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. Through these risk management and quality assurance services, we ensure the reliability, safety and performance of our client’s new developments, existing assets, and facilities.
Intertek-PSI is a part of Intertek's Building and Construction division, a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions.
Intertek is a leading global provider of Total Quality Assurance services for a multitude of industries. Through a comprehensive network of over 1,000 laboratories and offices situated in over 100 countries, Intertek provides innovative and tailored Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification (ATIC) solutions for its clients' operations and supply chains. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do.
Intertek is known for its client-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts, but it's more than just a global network of specialists—it's a community of individuals working together to bring quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
What we have to offer:
When Working with Intertek (https://www.intertek.com/careers/north-america/working-with-intertek/) , you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Intertek believes that Our People (https://d95zk70sfear3.cloudfront.net/intranet-intertek-com/media/stories/2017/our-people-480p.mp4) are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.intertek.com/careers/eeo-diversity/) and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com (hr.eeoc.data@intertek.com) or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
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