Driller Assistant - Construction

Driller Assistant - Construction (Columbus, OH)

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Driller Assistant to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job-related duties. In addition to competitive compensation packages, benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation/sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement, and more.

• Assist with soil drilling, rock coring, soil/rock sampling, classifications, in-situ testing, and monitoring well installation
• Assist in the operations of various drilling rigs
• Operate support vehicle equipment
• Assist Driller to manipulate, load, and unload drill rig tooling
• Interact with geotechnical engineers and project managers to understand drilling assignments and to relate field information to the office
• Prepare tooling and supplies for the day’s tasks
• Assist in assembling and disassembling drill tooling potentially including but not limited to solid‑flight augers, hollow‑stem augers, rock core barrel assembly kits, Shelby tube samplers, split‑spoon samples, etc.
• Assist with the identification of boring locations through the use of GPS equipment
• Retrieve and log soil/rock samples
• Clean and maintain equipment as well as assist in site clean‑up responsibilities
• 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

• 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
• Must be able to travel up to 5% of the time
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record (required)

• HS Education or Equivalent (preferred)
• Experience assisting with drilling operations is preferred, but not required – WE WILL TRAIN!

• 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 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) for the majority of the day
• Ability to climb occasionally

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high‑quality business model and a global network of customer‑focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug‑free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre‑employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email  or call (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.