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Driller's Helper-December 2024
Pensacola
Dec 17, 2025
About Driller's Helper

  Dig into your new career as a Driller Helper at Universal Engineering Sciences.

  No experience? No problem! We believe in the value of hard work. If you are known for your unmatched work ethic, reliability, and willingness to work in a team, you have the foundation needed to receive paid on-the-job training.

  Curious what it takes to be a driller? This (https://youtu.be/diJo35VdE70) could be a day in the life of your next career.

  Summary:

  The Driller is a key role, responsible for a two to three person drilling crew by directing and performing the operation of drilling equipment to bore exploratory vertical holes into the earth to evaluate soil type and strength characteristics. The ideal candidate is a reliable, trustworthy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where collaboration and autonomy are valued.

  Qualifications:

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

  Physical Demands & Work Environment:

  On average the workdays range from 7 - 12 hours. The driller’s primary duty is that of a laborer with extensive manual lifting and handling

  The materials collections process (i.e. soils, concrete, asphalt, etc.) is repetitive in nature several times per hour

  The manual lifting is performed individually and in tandem, when necessary, with the Head Driller or other driller’s helper(s)

  The following equipment and products are lifted, carried, and manipulated: Steel drill rods, steel drill casings, steel augers, steel drill tip bits, and 50 lb. bags of sand, cement, and bentonite. The rods, augers, casings, and drill tip bits weigh up to 100+ lbs

  The weights manually lifted range from 0 to 200+ lbs. Weights in the 5 - 75-lbs range are lifted frequently (From 33% up to 66% of the task period) with a frequency range of 10 – 35 repetitions per hour

  Weights in the range of 25 – 200+ lbs (drill rods, hollow-stem auger bits, and casings) are lifted frequently (From 15% to 30% of the task period) with a range of 0 - 15 repetitions per hour, on average, with or without reasonable accommodation

  Weights in the range of 25 – 200+ lbs (drill rods, hollow-stem auger bits, and casings) are lifted frequently (From 15% to 30% of the task period) with a range of 5 - 15 repetitions per hour, on average, with or without reasonable accommodation

  Depending upon the location of the support truck(s) and trailer in proximity to the drill rig, the equipment and materials are manually lifted and carried/moved, ranging from a 0 to 75+ feet, on average, in walking distance, with or without reasonable accommodation

  In addition to manual lifting, body motions and movements include bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, and pushing. These body motions/movements are performed continuously (on average from 66% up to 100% of the task period) to perform the physical manual work tasks involved with the drilling operations and related tasks

  This job is in Florida, with exposure to intense sun, intense heat, humidity, rain, thunderstorms, and other adverse weather conditions

  Job site conditions may or may not be accessible by vehicle, including wetlands, swamps, grasslands, and fields with uneven surfaces, sand, brush, and other natural and man-made obstacles

  This job is primarily and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and construction sites where the noise level is usually moderate to loud

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  Ensure that all testing equipment used is functioning properly, maintained as required by company and/or manufacturer's policy, and that all calibrated equipment is within its calibration cycle

  Ensure that project testing requirements are met and compliant with project specifications, requirements, and company policies or procedures

  Acts as drill crew chief for a two-three man drilling crew, directing and performing drilling services and well installations by operating drilling equipment to bore exploratory vertical holes into the earth to evaluate soil type and strength characteristics.

  Operates misc. equipment such as pneumatic jackhammers for breaking concrete and operation of water/steam pressure washers to wash the drilling equipment, rods, augers, bits, casings, trucks, and trailers

  Lawfully operates a commercial vehicle

  Cleans trucks and drill rigs

  Gets equipment together for that day’s projects

  Must be willing to travel within the state of Florida, if applicable

  Locations may be local or require out-of-town travel; travel may be overnight or up to several days, larger or longer projects may require longer out-of-town stays

  Complete daily time and labor reports in accordance with company policy

  Turn in required paperwork daily

  Regular attendance is required

  Must be flexible to changing schedules and hours to support business needs; overnight and weekends schedules may be necessary to support business needs

  Follow all company safety procedures and policies

  Other duties may be assigned

  Education and/or Experience:

  Valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria)

  Ability to pass a background check screening in accordance with Florida’s Jessica Lunsford Act (or equivalent state classification)

  High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

  Ability to read & write, including interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as the ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients

  Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

  Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form

  Required Qualifications:

  At least 3 years of prior soils drilling experiencePreferred Qualifications:

  OSHA 40HR HAZWOPER

  Valid CDL Driver’s License (Class A or B)

  Licensed Water Well Contractor

  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 73 branches and 3,500 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. Click here (https://teamues-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/p/sbielefeldt/EbEUX7QyRi9Np7gALiJOZlkBNwVgknUxkYY7P7dcARIV9Q?e=aEICvf) to see how we support our people in and out of the workplace at UES . To learn more about our competitive benefits please ask your UES recruiter.

  Check out our website: teamues.com

  Follow us on social media: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/universal-engineering-sciences-inc/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/universalengineeringsciences/) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/universal_engineering_sciences/) | Twitter (https://twitter.com/UniversalEngSci) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXK2FHVTcS5o9uLEKO7RuYg)

  #GroundedInExcellence

  Universal Engineering Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drugfree Workplace.

  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.

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