Technician - Drilling

OWN, Inc. is an engineering firm that believes in the power of employee-ownership. Our talented team builds futures while helping shape the built environment across the country from our offices in Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas. We serve the Private Development and Public Infrastructure markets with core offerings of Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, and Field Services. No matter the project or scope, our clients enjoy problem-solving and service that goes beyond the expected.

● Deliver the OWN Experience every day by focusing on what drives our

success—Clients, OWNers, Safety, Quality, and Financial Health.

● Operate drilling equipment, including drill rigs and associated machinery, following

established safety protocols and operating procedures.

● Perform drilling operations, such as soil and rock sampling, core drilling, and

installation of monitoring wells, ensuring accurate and high-quality data collection.

● Assist with the set-up and mobilization of drilling equipment and tools to project

sites, including assembling and disassembling drill rigs, and preparing drilling fluids.

● Conduct drilling activities in accordance with project plans and specifications, under

the guidance of a Drilling Supervisor or Project Manager.

● Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of drilling equipment, ensuring

proper functioning and identifying any repair or maintenance needs.

● Collect and handle soil and rock samples, properly labeling and packaging them for

laboratory testing and analysis.

● Assist in conducting in-situ tests, such as standard penetration tests (SPT) or cone

penetration tests (CPT), and record accurate test data for further analysis.

● Follow strict safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment for

yourself, colleagues, and other project personnel.

● Maintain organized and accurate drilling logs, documenting drilling progress,

equipment usage, encountered subsurface conditions, and other relevant information.

● Collaborate with the geotechnical engineering team to provide support during field

investigations, including test pits, borehole logging, and instrumentation installations.

● Adhere to environmental regulations and best practices, ensuring proper

containment and disposal of drilling waste materials.

● Assist in site restoration activities, including backfilling boreholes, grading, and

reseeding, to restore project sites to their original condition.

● Participate in regular safety meetings, training sessions, and toolbox talks to enhance

safety awareness and maintain compliance with industry standards.

● Other duties as assigned.

● High school diploma or equivalent. Vocational training or certifications in drilling

operations is preferred.

● Previous experience as a Drilling Technician or similar role, preferably in the

geotechnical or environmental drilling field.

● Knowledge of drilling techniques, equipment, and drilling fluids commonly used in

geotechnical investigations.

● Familiarity with drilling equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

● Basic understanding of soil and rock classification, as well as drilling and sampling

methods.

● Strong commitment to safety, adhering to safety protocols and guidelines at all times.

● Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, including lifting heavy equipment

and materials, and working in various weather conditions.

● Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data collection, recording, and reporting.

● Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team

environment.

● Valid CDL Class A or Class B license and clean driving record.

● Physical capacity requirement.

● Willingness to travel to project sites and work overtime as required.