Driller Helper

Description

Seeking a Drillers Helper to assist geotechnical drilling exploration projects throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Indiana, West Virginia and Michigan. This role involves assisting the Driller in setting up and operating drilling equipment, collecting soil and rock samples, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. The position requires physical labor outdoors in the elements. Travel to job sites is required, and it should be expected to be out of town Monday-Friday.

Occasional weekend work is required. Company vehicle provided. Living expenses will be covered along with daily per diem. Prior drilling experience is not required, but this individual must be comfortable working on a job site performing physical labor in the elements. Responsibilities:

-Assist in mobilizing and demobilizing drilling rigs and equipment.

-Set up drill sites including clearing, leveling, and preparing access.

-Handle drill rods, casing, augers, and sampling tools.

-Support the collection of soil, rock, and groundwater samples.

-Classification and documentation of soils and bedrock.

-Mix and manage drilling fluids and additives.

-Maintain and clean equipment and tools.

-Load and unload materials and supplies.

-Perform basic maintenance and inspections on vehicles and equipment.

-Follow safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times.

-Assist in maintaining accurate field logs and documentation.

-Communicate effectively with the Driller and project team.

Skills

General labor, Construction, Drilling, Cdl, Geotechnical drilling, Heavy equipment, mechanical aptitude

Top Skills Details

General labor,Construction

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

-High school diploma required
-Valid drivers license
-Prior construction/ manual labor experience
-Mechanical aptitude is a plus
-Prior drilling experience is a plus
-CDL and/or OSHA certifications are a plus

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:  - Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital  - 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)  - Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)  - Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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