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Geotechnical Driller's Assistant


Job Location:

Lenexa, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 15 September 2026 (13 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 13 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

  • Primary role is to assist a driller in the field with auger/rotary drilling machines for soil borings soil sampling and rock coring; mixing drill mud handling casing and other equipment.
  • Drive equipment to and from the job location safely.
  • Assist in the cleaning and maintaining of equipment and work area after each job as directed.
  • Work is primarily outdoors and may be performed in varying weather conditions.
  • Must work well while under supervision.
  • Must be able to travel extensively (required) in the Midwest area. (KVE will pay for hotel costs and per diem to the employee.)
  • No experience is required. This is an entry-level role and an excellent opportunity to start a new career in geotechnical drilling as KVE can provide the opportunity to obtain a CDL and/or the training to become a driller.
  • Physical requirements include standing squatting and periodic heavy lifting (50 lbs)

Qualifications :

  • High School Diploma or GED certificate
  • Valid drivers license and a satisfactory driving record. 
  • A Class A CDL license is a plus.

 


Additional Information :

KVE conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol screenings as well as pre-employment driving history checks. KVE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


About Company

Kaw Valley Engineering, Inc. (KVE) was founded more than 42 years ago in Junction City, KS. Over time, this privately-owned civil and geotechnical engineering firm has grown to 200+ employees working in six (6) offices in Kansas and one (1) office in Missouri. The firm provides survey ... View more

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