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Our team supports clients across industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal markets-delivering innovative design, engineering, and project management solutions from concept to completion. Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering provides comprehensive engineering and construction services, including drilling, materials testing, construction inspection, and laboratory analysis.

<h3>Position Overview</h3>Thompson Engineering is seeking an experienced Driller to join our Louisiana office. This position requires regular travel to project sites. The ideal candidate will have hands-on drilling experience and a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality work.<hr/><h3>Essential Duties & Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Operate drilling equipment to obtain soil samples for geotechnical analysis.</li><li>Conduct accurate visual inspections and log soil samples for reporting.</li><li>Hold and guide drill rods during drilling operations.</li><li>Load and unload drilling equipment from company vehicles.</li><li>Safely drive company vehicles to and from job sites.</li><li>Communicate effectively with clients, supervisors, and team members.</li><li>Maintain consistent, on-time attendance.</li><li>Perform additional duties as assigned.</li></ul><hr/><h3>Minimum Qualifications</h3><ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent.</li><li>2–5 years of experience in soil drilling.</li><li>Valid driver's license required.</li><li>Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.</li><li>Basic computer skills.</li></ul><hr/><h3>Physical Requirements</h3><ul><li>Work outdoors up to 100% of scheduled hours in varying weather conditions.</li><li>Stand for up to 8 hours per day and walk on uneven or unstable surfaces (concrete, dirt, gravel, etc.).</li><li>Bend, stoop, climb, and lift/carry up to 50 lbs.</li><li>Use hands to operate, assemble, and maintain tools and equipment.</li><li>Communicate effectively in person and by phone/radio.</li><li>Drive company vehicles safely.</li><li>Ability to travel frequently, work flexible hours, and stay overnight as required.</li></ul><hr/><h3>About Thompson Engineering</h3>Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering provides comprehensive engineering and construction services, including drilling, materials testing, construction inspection, and laboratory analysis. We've built our reputation on quality assurance for industrial, infrastructure, and community development projects across the Southeast.Today, we are recognized for our leadership on projects that define skylines, coastlines, and transportation systems. Our team supports clients across industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal markets-delivering innovative design, engineering, and project management solutions from concept to completion.

Thompson Engineering

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Concrete

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Construction Engineering

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Drilling

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Driver's License

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Laboratory Analysis

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Lift/Move 50 Pounds

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Project/Program Management

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Writing Skills

Talent Acquisition

The Driller Assistant is responsible for assisting the Driller, other Driller Assistants, Soil Technicians and Project Engineers with the daily functions of geotechnical (with occasional environmental) drilling operations for both onshore and offshore project assignments. Our early years were building blocks that allowed us to get our feet wet - literally - performing services along the Gulf Coast's rivers, bayous, and streams.

Thompson Engineering is looking for a Driller Assistant, willing to travel. The Driller Assistant is responsible for assisting the Driller, other Driller Assistants, Soil Technicians and Project Engineers with the daily functions of geotechnical (with occasional environmental) drilling operations for both onshore and offshore project assignments. Essential Functions of the Position 1. Perform variety of drilling duties handling drill rods, wrenches and other tools behind the drill rig equipment 2. Responsible for loading and unloading drilling equipment in and out of the company vehicles and trailers 3. Drives company vehicle to and from work sites 4. On time and consistent attendance 5. Picks up sacks filled with mud and empties the mud into the mixer container 6. Monitors the fluid properties of the drilling fluids (mud) 7. Equipment repairs and maintenance in the field and at shop Other Responsibilities 1. Follow safety procedures 2. Follow quality procedures 3. Other duties as requiredMinimum Requirements 1. High School diploma or equivalent 2. Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions 3. Valid Driver's License required 4. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred 5. Mechanical aptitude; past experience with working with mechanical systems of some type 6. Past experience with working with hydraulic systems of some type preferred 7. Ability to work on both onshore and offshore project assignments for extended periods of time as may be required for the projectsPhysical Requirements 1. Ability to work in the field or outside 12 months of the year up to 100% of scheduled work hours 2. Required to be standing or walking for up to 12 hours per work day and walk on uneven/unstable surfaces, concrete, grass, dirt, gravel 3. Must be able to bend, stoop and climb 4. Must be able to communicate verbally 5. Required to be able to lift up to 100 lb. sacks of materials 6. Ability to manipulate with hands to screw and unscrew equipment, operate tools and machinery 7. Ability to travel and stay overnight on out of town assignments, and work flexible schedules including overtime based on the drilling work load About Us:<div class="wpb_text_column wpb_content_element"><div class="wpb_wrapper">Thompson Engineering was formed in 1953 to provide quality assurance for construction projects related to industrial, infrastructure, and community development. As a drilling, materials testing, and construction inspection and chemistry laboratory firm, we supported the engineering and construction industry. Our early years were building blocks that allowed us to get our feet wet - literally - performing services along the Gulf Coast's rivers, bayous, and streams.Today, Thompson Engineering is known for leadership on projects defining skylines, coastlines, and transportation lines. We support clients in the industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal markets. We are often the first company on project sites conducting environmental assessments, land surveys, and geotechnical studies. And our project management and construction management services often mean we are the last ones to leave. We are a proven leader in the planning, design, and construction of major transportation, economic development, and waterfront projects across the Southeast.</div></div>Thompson Engineering and Watermark Design Group are equal opportunity employers. M/F/D/V. Pre-employment drug screen, physical and motor vehicle record checks are required.

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