Driller Assistant/Exploration Team Member
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- Regular, Full time
- Job ID 3547
- Additional Locations: Iowa City, IA
General Responsibilities:
Driller Assistant / Exploration Team Member
Build a Career That Goes Beyond the Drill Rig
Terracon is looking for motivated individuals to join our Cedar Rapids team as Driller Assistants/Exploration Team Members. No experience is required. If you're looking for a hands-on career with paid training, year-round work, travel opportunities, and a clear path for advancement, we'd like to hear from you.
You'll work alongside experienced drilling professionals on projects that help support the development of roads, buildings, bridges, and other critical infrastructure throughout the region.
Why Join Terracon?
- Year-round work, not seasonal employment
- Paid training and career development opportunities
- Clear path to Crew Lead and Team Leader positions
- Employee-owned company with opportunities to share in our success
- Travel opportunities with per diem when working away from home
- Modern equipment and a strong safety culture
- Work on projects that make a lasting impact in your community
- Stable, growing organization with long-term career potential
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Assist drilling crews with geotechnical and environmental exploration projects
- Learn drilling methods, equipment operation, and maintenance procedures
- Support soil and rock testing, test borings, and groundwater monitoring well installations
- Help maintain and prepare drilling equipment and tools
- Drive company vehicles to project sites throughout the region
- Follow Terracon's safety standards and participate in daily pre-task planning
- Work closely with experienced team members while developing technical skills
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Willingness to travel as project needs require
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within 30 days of hire
- Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions
- Strong work ethic and desire to learn a skilled trade
About Us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.