American Engineering Testing, Inc. (AET) specializes in geotechnical engineering, pavement engineering, environmental consulting, building technology consulting, construction materials design and testing, and petrographic/chemical analysis. Our extensive in-house resources and solid reputation attract quality-focused regional, national, and international clients from a wide range of industries.

At American Engineering Testing you'll have the opportunity to work with the best and brightest in the industry. Everyday our employees apply their diverse skills, expertise, and knowledge to our mission of engineering and delivering creative solutions that improve our world. We'll support you as a valued member of our team, whether you're established in your career or just starting out, through training programs, hands-on experience, mentoring opportunities, and guidance from respected industry leaders. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees share in the rewards of our growth and success.

AET is hiring a Driller for the Wausau, WI office.

Job Summary

The Drill Technician has a versatile role performing both drilling and Construction Materials Testing (CMT) operations. This position plays a critical role in supporting geotechnical investigations by assisting in drilling activities and construction projects by conducting materials testing. The successful candidate will contribute to the success of projects in both drilling and CMT operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations or workable solutions may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Work with Drillers or Lead Drillers to set up and operate drilling equipment.
• Support the execution of geotechnical investigations and soil sampling.
• Review project instructions, and ensure all materials and supplies are available for project completion.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements for sealing of boreholes.
• Perform field testing and laboratory testing of concrete, soils, bituminous, or masonry products.
• Perform quality assurance services on construction sites of materials adhering to project specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on drilling equipment and CMT equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and report any issues promptly to Drillers or Drill Leads.
• Assist in the collection, labeling, and transport of soil and rock samples.
• Follow established procedures for proper storage and documentation of collected samples.
• Prepare written field logs of borings, including judging, documenting soil classifications, and apparent geologic origin.
• Assist in site preparation activities, including marking drilling locations and ensuring access for drilling equipment.
• Check in with Site Contact to review plans and specifications of project work.
• Understand site activities for conducting field testing with minimal disruption to work area, positioning yourself appropriately on the job site.
• Record drilling and CMT data accurately, maintaining detailed field information for reference and analysis.
• Collaborate with the project team to ensure data integrity and quality control.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols during CMT and drilling operations.
• Participate in safety meetings and proactively identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve project objectives efficiently.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Class D Driver's License
• Insurable driving record and ability to obtain a medical card.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment.
• Willingness to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to travel up to 20% - 80% of work time including overnight travel.

Preferred Skills

• Class A or B Driver's License.
• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably as a CMT Technician, Drill Assistant or in a related field.

Pay Transparency

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $22.36 and $27.93 per hour based on skill set and experience. AET offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), long term savings, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Work Environment

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.

This job primarily operates in a field environment in outdoor conditions on construction sites with uneven ground and adverse weather conditions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands or finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-100 pounds. The employee will occasionally push or pull equipment weighing up to 200 pounds. The employee is required to frequently work outside. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of American Engineering Testing to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: AET does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by AET's VP of Human Resources, AET reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.