Geotechnical Driller - Professional Service Industries Inc

Geotechnical Driller

PSI, an Intertek company, is searching for a Geotechnical Driller to join our Building & Constructionteam in our Waukesha, WI office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry!

The Driller role performs various drilling activities to obtain boring samples. Example activities include soil drilling, rock coring, sampling, classifications, in-situ testing, and monitoring well installation.

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:

• Investigates sub surface conditions
• Recognizes and identifies soil and rock types and material classifications
• Operates drilling equipment at shallow to moderate depths
• Identifies and locates utilities and other site safety concerns
• Responsible for drill rig transportation
• Trains and directs Drilling Assistants
• 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
• Loads and unload augers
• Prepares tooling and supplies for the day's tasks
• Assembles and disassembles augers
• Assists with the location of boring locations
• Retrieves and logs samples
• Cleans and maintains equipment
• Performs general site clean-up

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• HS Diploma or GED preferred
• 2+ years of geotechnical drilling experience required
• State or local drilling license a plus!
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communication
• Requires basic math skills
• Ability to receive work instructions and follow tasks
• Must be able to work off shifts and overtime
• Travel up to 50% of the time
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record (required)

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 (hot and cold)
• Ability to climb occasionally

Why work at Intertek?

PSI, an Intertek Company, is a leading provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification) Services. We are ranked #15 on the 2020 ENR list of Top 500 Design Firms, and are able to provide the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on-site. From testing, inspection and certification services to building sciences solutions, the company delivers Total Quality Assurance to the built environment.

Intertek is a world leader in the $250 billion Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. 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 committed to a safe work environment for our employees and clients. Learn more about our COVID-19 Policy .

What we have to offer:
When 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 are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer 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.eeoc.data@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

CA-DWIntertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.