Drilling Assistant - job 1 of 2

Overview:  

UES Professional Solutions 29, Inc. (UES), formerly known as SUMMIT Engineering, Laboratory & Testing, Inc., has an opening in our Drilling Department. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope.

UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.

Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.

As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.

Position Summary:

As a Drilling Assistant, you will be responsible for providing assistance to the drillers and department managers as well as classifying and maintaining soil samples. You will also prepare equipment for upcoming projects and fill out boring and truck/rig maintenance logs.

• Travel safely to various job sites in a company provided vehicle; maintain company vehicle (schedule oil changes, inside/outside upkeep and complete monthly vehicle inspection reports)
• Assist driller/drill team with performing drilling services and well installations by operating drilling equipment to bore exploratory vertical holes into the earth to evaluate soil types and strength characteristics
• May operate miscellaneous drilling equipment including rods, augers, etc.
• Have daily communication with the Driller Crew Chief and Department Managers
• Clean trucks and drill rigs
• Prepare equipment for upcoming projects
• Complete accurate and detailed boring logs and update existing logs as needed
• Perform manual labor by assembling, operating and disassembling equipment
• Communicate daily with Geotechnical and Drilling staff and clients both verbally and electronically
• Complete and prepare accurate and detailed field reports on a daily basis
• Follow all company safety procedures and policies
• Other tasks as assigned

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old for entry onto job sites and to drive a company vehicle
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
• Outdoor work experience
• Preferred: prior experience as a drilling assistant, field/engineering technician, construction or related experience
• Preferred: Active Commercial Driver’s License (class B minimum)
• Preferred: OSHA 10-hour
• Ability to read, write and use technology including phone and computer
• Ability to prioritize tasks and organize data
• Ability to accurately complete daily field paperwork as prescribed
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, detailed reports, short correspondence and memos

• Days and hours for this position are typically Monday-Friday with some weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments
• Field work on outside construction sites involving long-term standing, sitting and repetitive motions
• Some weekend, overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required with work days, ranging from 8-12 hours
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, accurately complete field testing paperwork and follow direction from others to complete tasks as assigned
• Ability to continuously perform body motions and movements including bending, twisting, reaching, pulling, pushing, stooping and kneeling during drilling operations and related tasks
• Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus), smell, hear and touch (use your hands to reach, climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit)
• Ability to lift up to 100lbs.
• You may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day within the Mid-Atlantic region

Who We Are:  

UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.

Growing in Excellence

As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 80+ branches and nearly 4,000 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.

Why Work at UES?

We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits.Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.

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EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.