Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief​/Driller

Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief

Braun Intertec is seeking a Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief to join our Bloomington, MN location.

The Crew Chief has primary responsibility for performing subsurface investigations for geotechnical and environmental purposes. A subsurface investigation can involve collecting soil, rock, groundwater samples, and logging the field data. These investigations take place over a wide variety of terrain, conditions, and weather. The Crew Chief is responsible for all aspects of the drilling operation in the field and aligned reporting requirements.

• Operate the drill rig and oversee drilling operations for auger borings, rock coring, monitoring wells, instrumentation installation and other types of drilling as required
• Know when to use different drilling methods
• Collect and log factual field data to the specifications and/or job instructions provided
• Keep a boring/coring log of data and samples obtained and other required information
• Training and supervision of drilling assistant on the drilling site
• Communication with project managers, clients, schedulers and supervisors
• Responsible for daily production and efficient use of drill crew's time as required by project scope of work
• Responsible for maintenance, repair and general condition of the drill rig, support truck and other equipment
• Must be able to diagnose mechanical problems and perform necessary repairs
• Responsible for promoting and adhering to safe work practices
• Use required and approved personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all functions
• Responsible for the safety of the drill crew and other site personnel
• Operate drill rigs, tractor trailers and support vehicles in safe and lawful manner, maintain a valid commercial drivers license with an insurable driving record
• Maintain necessary documentation relating to the operation of commercial motor vehicles
• Driving of DOT regulated vehicles and all responsibilities and knowledge that is required to stay in compliance with DOT requirements
• Daily inspections of equipment to satisfy DOT requirements and the proper record keeping as required by DOT regulations

• At least 2 years of related drilling experience required
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude
• Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and acceptable driving record required, CDL A preferred
• Ability to pass a driving / road test
• 40-hour Hazmat Training preferred
• Ability to work outdoors, in a field / construction work setting, in a physical role, in all types of weather conditions and terrain
• Ability to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis, 75lbs occasionally
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers, clients, and supervisors, while fostering a collaborative and engaging work environment
• Ability to pass a pre employment DOT drug screen, criminal background check and motor vehicle record check
• Dependable, the ability to maintain reliable attendance and work a full-time schedule which sometimes includes weekend and night work
• Must be available for travel up to 50%, occasionally on short notice, including nights and weekends as needed