Job Summary A Geotechnical Assistant supports the lead driller in subsurface drilling operations using various geotechnical drilling equipment. This entry-level position involves training in equipment maintenance, operation, and understanding the geotechnical exploration process Key Responsibilities + Assist in Drilling Operations: Perform subsurface drilling using techniques such as auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary, and diamond rock bit coring + Sample Collection: Collect soil and rock samples using various samplers and prepare boring logs + Equipment Maintenance: Conduct routine maintenance on drilling equipment, including diesel engines and hydraulic components + Safety Compliance: Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects + Support Tasks: Help with positioning and aligning the rig, driving medium-duty drilling trucks, and operating other equipment like forklifts and skid steer. Essential Skills + Soil sampling + Environmental science + Environmental engineering + Geology + Geotechnical + Fieldwork + Data collection + Groundwater analysis Additional Skills & Qualifications + AAS or BS degree in Geology or Environmental Science + Any field experience is a plus Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in MILWAUKEE,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.