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General Summary

The Drill Tech assists as general labor on well drilling operations and performs routine mechanical tasks at well construction sites.

Essential Job Accountabilities

This job is a traveling position, and will require ability to be away from home for 2-3 weeks at a time, anywhere within the contiguous United States. Travel and lodging are provided. Meal per diem is provided on every overnight.

Ensure adherence to all safety and quality procedures to maintain a safe and efficient work environment

Lift and move drill pipe and materials weighing up to 50 lbs., and assist with lifting components up to 100 lbs. to support operational needs

Collaborate with the drilling crew and work independently to accomplish tasks and achieve project goals

Operate and maintain service trucks, backhoes, forklifts, generators, engines, pumps, and other drilling site equipment to ensure reliable and efficient operation, including lubrication and cleaning

Transport drilling rigs and equipment between sites and set up job sites to facilitate smooth logistics and operations

Complete daily paperwork accurately to maintain time and material records and ensure proper documentation

Collect and accurately label drill cutting or water samples for analysis to ensure precise and reliable data collection

Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall team objectives and project success

Education

High school diploma or GED

Work Experience

Construction site experience or similar outdoor industry experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Good written and verbal communication skills

Good organizational skills

Able to work in small teams successfully

Mechanical aptitude a plus

Must be dependable and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Ability to safely lift up to 50lbs occasionally

Must be able to stand on feet for 10-12-hour shifts

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a small hand tools. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or push/pull up to 100 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Requirements/Skills

Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment fo

Layne Christensen Company

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