Entry-Level Driller Assistant

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is searching for an Entry-Level Driller Assistant to join our Building & Constructionteam in our Kansas City, Kansas office.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A / E / C) industry!

The Driller Assistant role assist Driller to perform various drilling activities. Examples include : soil drilling, rock coring, sampling, classifications, in-situ testing, and monitoring well installation.

The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment.

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 :

• Assists Driller to load 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 log samples
• Cleans and maintains equipment
• Performs general site clean-up

What it takes to be successful in this role :

• HS Education or Equivalent (preferred)
• No experience required - We will train!
• Candidates with experience assisting in geotechnical drilling are encouraged to apply!
• Class A CDL highly preferred!
• 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 25% 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 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 , 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.

eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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Last updated : 2024-03-03