Senior Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief at Braun Intertec in Bloomington, Minnesota

Job Description:

Senior Crew Chief Duties & Responsibilities:

• Mastery of various drilling/exploration methods and their applicability to varying situations.


• Communicate directly with project managers, clients, schedulers and supervisors on a daily basis.


• Collect and log factual field data to the specification and/or job instructions provided.


• Keep a boring/coring log of data and samples obtained and other required information.


• Responsible for daily production and efficient use of drill crew's time as required by scope of work for individual projects.


• Responsible for maintaining rig equipment and tools.


• Responsible for the quality of field data and crew safety.


• Proficient in trouble shooting mechanical problems and equipment repair.


• Proficient understanding of local geology.


• Effectively identifies and solve problems.


• Select correct processes from prescribed rules, past practices and experience.


• Prepare daily production reports (DPR).


• Work in compliance with corporate health and safety policies.


• Follow all safety and DOT regulations.


• Complete safety training as required.

Supervisory & Support, Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serve as a leader and compliance champion within the drilling department.


• Oversee the development and performance of select Crew Chiefs and Drilling Assistants through regular reviews and maintaining consistent communication with team members regarding performance metrics, goals, and training.


• Facilitate and maintain open communication with your Team members for training, mentorship and troubleshooting equipment and drilling techniques.


• Support the management and tracking of safety, performance, training, and maintenance records for the department.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Mastery of the Crew Chief role and ability to trouble shoot issues in a variety of situations and environments.


• Creates a climate in which your Team members want to do their best.


• Leads by example in all aspects of quality and safety.


• Dedication to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external clients.


• Ability to problem solve through personal experience, leveraging the guidance/experience of others, and anticipating hidden problems.


• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking ability.


• Ability to work independently with little supervision.


• Ability to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings (boring logs, email, etc.).


• Solid understanding of mathematics


• Technological and computer skills sufficient to meet and exceed the requirements of the role.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma ore equivalent preferred, post-secondary vocational degree preferred


• 10 years geotechnical drilling experience required, 10+ years preferred.


• Operator experience on specific or comparable drilling rigs to the ones used at Braun Intertec


• Active CDL A with insurable driving record


• The ability to obtain and maintain a state drilling license is required. An active state drilling license is preferred.


• The ability to travel at least 50%, willingness to travel as much as 100% when necessary is preferred.

Braun Intertec offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, PTO, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and paid holidays.


Braun Intertec employees are encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.


Braun Intertec is a Drug-Free Workplace and requires all new hires to complete a pre-employment drug screen test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle report.



As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.




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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Braun Intertec is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at hrhelp@braunintertec.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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