Assistant Field Operator

ABOUT THE COMPANY

 

ConeTec is an international full-service geo-environmental and geotechnical site characterization contractor. We offer clients superior project management and site investigation services across the globe, with a large presence in the Americas, Europe, Africa and Oceania. ConeTec is known in the industry as a great place to work. We commit to all employees that we will provide a respectful, positive, and enriching work environment. We want you to look forward to going to work every day. We reward and recognize staff for exceptional contributions to the company. Our success is a direct result of the people who work here.

SCOPE OF POSITION

The Assistant Field Operator will be a quick study, able to learn and intuit the steps for each activity to provide the Field Operator and Field Engineer with any help they might require; and in time, doing so instinctively. This person will work closely with equipment operators, gaining hands-on experience with unique heavy machinery in a variety of environments, learning basic maintenance, and providing consistent, high-quality upkeep of the rig and general working area. The successful candidate must have a strong desire to learn, an energetic work ethic, and be comfortable to get his or her hands dirty.

OVERALL GOALS FOR POSITION

• Assist with the timely and efficient completion of numerous projects of varied size and scope.
• Continuous development of one’s skills and working knowledge of the ConeTec’s equipment, systems and procedures.
• Gain experience and exposure as a contractor in one of North America’s largest industries.
• Expand skill set through training and certifications to become an asset of a larger team
  

ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES, & EXPECTATIONS

Equipment Operation

• Set-up and provide support operating various drilling equipment, sampling systems, geophysical instruments and other in-situ testing equipment following ConeTec’s procedures in a safe and productive manner. 
• Become trained, company-certified and competent to operate numerous types of cone penetrometer and drilling equipment and other pieces of equipment within our extensive fleet.
• Provide timely assistance to Engineers and Technicians as required.
• Assist with the mobilization and demobilization of equipment in hard-to-access environments.
• Perform routine maintenance on various pieces of equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Health & Safety

• Identify with and respect ConeTec’s safety culture, first and foremost.
• Ensure proper preparation and knowledge of all necessary safe operating procedures before beginning any job.
• Report any safety-related incidents, infractions, or near misses to the Project Manager and the HSE Officer, immediately. 
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  Know and follow the incident reporting protocol at all times.

Other General Responsibilities

• Communicate with the Supervisor or Project Manager as to any equipment problems or needs, as well as any field observations that might be of use.
• Perform other shop functions as required.
• Seek ways to improve operating procedures/processes.
  
  

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Experience Requirements

• Experience or training relevant to drilling/sampling and/or heavy equipment operations/mechanics.
• Adequate operating time to demonstrate sufficient skills – candidate may be subject to working interview.
• Driver’s license (CDL-Class B preferred) and clean driving record.
• TWIC Card preferred.

Technical Skill Requirements

• Electrical and mechanical skills are an asset but not required.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, moving heavy materials up to 50 lbs., climbin