Geotechnical Driller

MOUNTAIN RESEARCH is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Driller based at our Altoona, PA office.

Mountain Research is a 100% Employee Owned company located in Central PA. We are seeking an experienced geotechnical driller to fill an open position.

The majority of time will be spent in the outdoors during possible extreme conditions (hot/cold, wet/dry) and includes frequent overnight travel - Monday - Friday (may include an occasional weekend). Must be able to tolerate moderate levels of driving; Physical demands include: Occasional lifting of over 75 pounds, Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, standing, bending, reaching. Must be able to work with moderate to high noise levels, i.e. heavy equipment and industrial process equipment. Personal Protective Equipment is supplied and expected to be worn for the safety of the employee and prevention of injuries. Pre-employment Drug Screening and Background checks required.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Operation drill rig(s) and oversight of drilling operations for auger borings, standard penetration test (SPT) sampling, rock coring, monitoring well installations, infiltration testing and other types of drilling, as required.
• Maintenance and Operation of Company Drill Rigs
• Maintenance and Operation of Utility Locating Unit
• Supervision and mentoring of drilling assistant on the drilling site.
• Care and Maintenance of Company Equipment
• Class A or B CDL a plus

Qualifications and Skills

Valid PA Class C driver’s License (CDL Class A or B a Plus)

Education: High School degree or equivalent

Clean Driving Record

Experience: 2 years geotechnical drilling; heavy equipment operations and working with PennDot inspectors preferred.

Skills: Relevant geotechnical drilling/operating experience. Demonstrated by operating track mounted drill rigs for geotechnical/exploration sampling including coring; hollow and solid-stem augering; split-spoon sampling; etc.

Use smartphone and computer to complete daily electronic tasks.

Mechanical ability, including electrical, plumbing and / or heavy equipment operation, a plus.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary, leave time, shares of company stock, 401-K and medical / vision insurance benefits.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $26.40 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $26