Direct Push Driller

Company: Jacob & Hefner Associates Inc
Location: Irvine
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

Looking for a Qualified Direct Push Driller to join an established Environmental Field Services Company in Southern California!
The Direct Push Driller (DPT) will lead our brand new fleet of DPT rigs. The qualified individual will become our lead driller in all media sampling and injection projects. You will act as a lead to help the Client Field Manager more easily perform the collective project tasks. You will move, set up and operate drilling rigs and assist with related injection equipment to conduct the assigned scope of work. Work is outdoors in all weather conditions. The work is generally physically demanding. This position requires some travel and the ability to work with a small crew of two or three. This position also requires the ability to train entry level technicians of all field work tasks related to direct push projects.
KEY FIELD RESPONSIBILITIES

* Direct Push Soil and Water Sampling
* Soil Vapor well installation
* Sub Slab installation
* Temporary well Drilling and Installation
* Hand Augering and Slider Hammer sampling
* Surface coring
* Well Box Installation
* Investigation Derived Waste handling
* Health & Safety Training
* Technical Training

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Drives medium duty trucks to various job sites
* Tow direct push equipment to and from project sites
* Understand the basic material needs for sampling projects
* Loads appropriate DPT tooling, hoses, supplies, consumables and other necessary equipment
* Prepares for upcoming projects proactively
* Maintains all project specific paperwork
* Performs preventative maintenance tasks and prepares documentation
* Orders all necessary supplies and equipment as necessary
* Perform physical labor
* Knowledge of safety policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

* High School Diploma or GED
* One year of steady working experience as a Direct Push Drilling Operator
* Ability to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the day
* Have a valid driver's license - willingness to obtain a CDL class A.
* Must be willing to travel periodically

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination. EEO is the Law.
Who is JHA Drilling?
Jacob & Hefner Associates, Inc. (JHA) was established in 1996 as a civil engineering, land surveying and environmental services firm in the Chicago, Illinois area. In 2006, JHA expanded into Southern California, offering Environmental Remediation services. Injection programs have become a vital a component of the Southern California division. JHA further expanded in 2014 with the addition of a new company, JHA Remediation, LLC. JHA Remediation offers environmental project construction and field services. In 2020, JHA Remediation opened up the JHA Drilling Services division to support their injection programs and to expand by providing their clients with Site Assessment, Phase II sampling support to further round out their extensive environmental services.
What does JHA Drilling offer?

* Comprehensive training and flexible career paths in other areas of Environmental Field Services
* Exposure to variety of projects and disciplines, that include remediation system installations and maintenance; environmental instrumentation monitoring and other fields of environmental construction
* Comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision
* 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
* Company-paid Basic Life Insurance / Short- and Long-Term Disability
* Sick Leave / Holiday / Vacation PayBonuses

We are proud to provide a full range of benefits programs that help our employees and their families. The benefits we offer are competitive and allow flexibility and choice to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families.
What we're looking for in you?

* Hard-working and career-minded
* Punctual, professional, respectful to those who work with and around you
* Seeking to enhance your current skill set
* Taking pride in your work and effort
* Collaborative, team player
* Client service
* Being open and understanding of ever-changing site developments
* Willingness to troubleshoot with clients and supervisors to overcome obstacles presented in ever-changing scopes and site conditions

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