Driller Assistant in Indianapolis, Indiana

Driller Assistant in Indianapolis, Indiana

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This position will be based out of the Central Indiana region and requires a self‑starter with high attention to detail and flexibility in daily execution of duties and deliverables.

Patriot Engineering and Environmental is an employee‑owned, diverse engineering firm that provides geotechnical, environmental, and construction materials testing services across Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio. The Driller Assistant will assist and support the Driller in all aspects of the drilling operation and has potential to become a Driller after solid performance and company‑paid training.

• Assist the driller in all aspects of the drilling operation.
• Loading and unloading for drilling projects.
• Preparing boring logs and sample jars prior to job.
• Filling sample jars in the field.
• Completing boring logs in the field and collecting samples from the soil sampler.
• Driving the support vehicle to job sites.
• Assist driller during drilling operation with setting up drill rig, carrying augers, hooking them to the drill rig and drill stem, cleaning split‑spoon samplers between sample intervals, shoveling auger cuttings, and back filling borings at the end of the drilling operation.
• Work independently to inspect and complete routine maintenance of equipment.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects; participate in pre‑task planning; report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in military, construction, or manual labor is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass drug and background screen.
• Strong work ethic and attendance record.
• Good listener with desire to learn.
• Good communicator with follow‑through and attention to detail.

Patriot offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including competitive wages, matching 100% on the first 4% 401(k), annual bonus programs, medical ($0 monthly premium Employee only), dental and vision, insurance, life, AD&D, disability, pet and other related insurances, EAP program, funded professional development, vacation and personal time.

Patriot Engineering and Environmental, Inc. ("Patriot") was founded in 1995 to address the engineering and environmental needs of the development and redevelopment community. Today, Patriot has multiple offices serving communities across Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan, and beyond, with a reputation for excellence in environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, and construction materials testing.

Patriot celebrates entrepreneurial spirit and delivers the best service and expert solutions. Resiliency is our framework, and we value the individuality, expertise, and creativity of every team member.

Patriot’s commitment to excellence, service, and safety starts with every individual on our team. Mutual respect, appreciation, value, and trust guide our beliefs and actions, paving the way to future success.

Patriot is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, or promotion and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Civil Engineering

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