Responsibilities The Driller Helper supports geotechnical drilling operations by assisting with the setup, operation, and maintenance of drilling equipment while ensuring safe work practices on-site. This role involves handling materials, collecting samples, performing routine maintenance, and working closely with the Driller to ensure efficient and accurate subsurface investigations. The Driller Helper maintains a positive customer service attitude and demonstrates an understanding of ECS Core Values. Responsibilities • Assists with drilling operations, including borings and Geoprobe work • Locates boring positions in the field using maps, plans, or GPS systems • Records required drilling data accurately • Reports project-specific issues to the Project Manager or Supervisor • Performs routine maintenance on drill rigs and support trucks and reports repair needs • Follows company safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment • Loads drill rigs and support vehicles with necessary supplies each day • Completes timesheets and field documentation promptly and accurately • Cares for and cleans assigned company vehicles, drilling equipment, and other tools • Maintains professional behavior and quality standards • Works out of town and on non-standard schedules as required • Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications • High School diploma or GED required • 0 years of related experience • If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required • OSHA 40 certification (preferred) • Strong oral and written communication skills • Ability to read maps, follow directions, and interpret engineering and construction plans • Ability to interpret field data • Basic mechanical aptitude • Ability to work effectively under close supervision • Hands-on experience with drill rigs, drilling procedures, and sampling methods (preferred) • Ability to travel overnight as needed for project-related work Military Qualificatons • The following US Military ranks would qualify for this position: • E-4 About Us ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.