Driller's Helper - ( 2400036A ) **Description** Many of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. By 2025 we’re hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O+U. **Your Opportunity** A Driller’s Helper will assist the driller in solid stem and hollow stem auger drilling techniques, rock coring, mud rotary drilling and other advancement techniques. The helper will help move, set up and operate drilling rigs and related equipment to drill holes for geotechnical exploration borings. Site investigation/geotechnical drilling is done to determine the soil characteristics on construction sites. In addition, the helper will assist the driller during the installation of monitoring wells, slope inclinometers, vibrating wire piezometers, settlement sensors and other types of instrumentation. Work is outdoors, in all weather conditions and the work is generally physically demanding. **Your Key Responsibilities** + Ability to lift drill steel and materials weighing up to 80 lbs. + Label sample containers as directed + Assist driller in maintenance and repairs to drill rig + delivering field supplies + Performs Shop / yard duties at direction of management + Independently complete computer-based training based on client needs + Load and unload trucks + Bag or jar samples for analysis + Assist in installing monitoring well casing and screens + Clean and maintain equipment + Help move drilling rigs and equipment from site to site, set up in the new site + Help obtain drilling core samples + Dig and clean mud pits and drains + Assist with well development and pumping tests + Operate equipment such as pumps for air, water and mud, and equipment and tools used to correct problems borings + Carry out minor maintenance and repairs, including lubrication and cleaning + Perform other duties as assigned **Qualifications** **Your Capabilities and Credentials** + At least 21 years old or older due to interstate driving regulation + Ability to communicate via email + Mechanical skills preferred + Class A CDL license preferred but not required + Must be able to obtain DOT medical card and will be subject to ongoing and random drug screening + Must pass company background checks including drug screen + Must have an excellent driving record within company standards **Education and Experience** + One year experience preferred + High School Diploma Position will work extensively in field setting in all weather conditions and the work is generally physically demanding. _This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice._ Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. **Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. _The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements._ **Primary Location** : United States-Kentucky-Lexington **Organization** : BC-1755 Water-US South **Employee Status** : Regular **Job Level** : Individual Contributor **Travel** : Yes, 75 % of the Time **Schedule** : Full-time **Job Posting** : Sep 26, 2024, 5:47:59 AM **Req ID:** 2400036A Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans