Lead Driller - 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 Lead Driller, you will be responsible for obtaining quality subsurface samples in a timely efficient and safe manner as well as securing, caring for and then transporting samples to the laboratory while keeping accurate hand-written records of drilling and sampling efforts in the form of boring logs, specializing in both shallow and deep foundation investigations.

In addition, the purpose of this position is to be the crew leader, responsible for the care and safe use of company equipment, mentoring and training of junior staff and interacting with both project engineers and client representatives in a professional and positive manner.

• 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)
• Perform drilling and bore exploratory vertical holes into the earth to evaluate soil samples and strength characteristics
• Prepare equipment and supplies for each day’s drilling projects
• Drive rig and equipment with a CDL License
• Inspect drill rig and roll-on carrier daily in general accordance with IFTA/DOT guidelines
• Perform routine maintenance on drill rig and roll-on carrier as needed, communicating extraordinary maintenance or repair needs to staff mechanic/managers
• Operate roll-on carrier to transport drill rigs from site to site
• Operate hand-clearing equipment (chain saw, bush axe, etc.) as needed to gain entry to boring locations
• Operate ATV and Geoprobe drill rigs as needed
• Keep legible and organized hand-written logs of each drilled boring
• Identify, secure and transport all samples obtained during drilling operations to company laboratory
• Mentor drilling helpers/assistants
• Meet footage goals set by Department Manager
• Cooperate with other members of the Geotechnical Department, adding to a safe and professional work environment
• May operate miscellaneous drilling equipment including rods, augers, etc.
• Have daily and professional communication with the Field Crews, Department Managers and clients
• Maintain clean trucks and equipment
• Complete accurate and detailed field logs and update existing logs as needed
• Perform manual labor by assembling, operating and disassembling equipment
• Follow all company safety procedures, protocols and policies
• GIS Mapping
• Borehole layouts
• Piezometric water measurements
• 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
• Required: CDL A License
• Preferred: North Carolina Well Driller’s License – Class A
• Preferred: Experience in the operation of CPT equipment
• Preferred: Experience in rock coring
• Preferred: OSHA 10-hour
• Outdoor work experience
• Prior experience as a drilling lead, drilling assistant, field/engineering technician, construction or related experience
• 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
• Ability to read, write and use technology including phone and computer
• Ability and willingness to provide excellent customer service to clients
• Ability and willingness to efficiently and effectively communicate with engineers throughout the drilling process
• Ability to perform hollow-stem auger, mud-rotary and/or rock coring methods
• Ability to accurately obtain, identify, secure and transport samples during drilling operations
• Ability and willingness to safely operate company equipment and perform routine maintenance
• Ability and willingness to teach, mentor and transmit safe and accurate drilling skills to junior staff
• Must act professionally and hold others accountable to the same level of conduct

• 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
• The drilling process is a repetitive process, often repeated several times and hour, requiring extensive, manual lifting and handling with and without assistance
• 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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