Geological Coring Crew Member (Baton Rouge, LA.)

Columbia, MS 39429

Posted: 01/09/2026 Employment Type: Temp / Temp to Hire Job Type: General Labor Job Number: LP1156 Pay Rate: $18.00/hr Plus

Job Description

Job description

Worknet Staffing is searching for a Coring Crew member. This position supports the crew leader in providing an array of environmental services to clients such as Construction, Industrial, and consultants/engineers. Work mostly consists of assisting in the operation of a Geoprobe hydraulic coring rig taking subsurface core samples. All work is performed at the customers site so short stays from home and overnight travel is required. Company provides lodging and per diem for projects requiring out of town travel. Workday is typically Monday-Friday with occasional weekends. Days are often long and begin early in the morning.  ANY TYPE OF SUB SURFACE DRILLING EXPERIENCE IS A PLUS. 

REQUIREMENTS : 

Must have or be able to acquire an Alliance basic plus safety card and TWIC. Company will pay for safety card certification. 

Must have valid Driver's License with insurable MVR. 

Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.  Charges are not an immediate disqualification. 

 

Following are qualities and aptitudes necessary for, and duties of a successful Geoprobe Driller's Helper / Technician.

Safety - all tasks must be completed safely. Training will be provided and unsafe practices will lead to termination.

Physically fit - This is demanding position with frequent heavy lifting and long days that occurs in all weather types.

Dependable - Being a critical part of the team your attendance is necessary to avoid any business interruptions.

Flexibility and Patience - Frequent customer changes and project needs require the ability to adapt and change at a moments notice. This is not a boring repetitive job.

Focus - Equipment is always in use and requires focus on the task to remain safe and to perform the operation as efficiently as possible.

Problem Solving Skills - Ability to identify problems and determine the best course of action to correct.

Organized, Clean/Neat - Successful, safe, and efficient operation requires staying organized and keeping work site free of hazards.

Task Orientated, Goal Focused - Staying vigilant on task as operations are being preformed produces an acceptable, safe, and efficient outcome.

Communicator- Must be willing and able to effectively communicate with supervisor and other employees.

Ability to Learn Specialty Services - Field operations include a broad array of projects. The ability to learn and retain these skills is essential to your growth as an employee and the company ability to complete projects safely, efficiently, and on time.

Mechanical & Electrical Aptitude - This aptitude is principally required to attend to small issues and identify a course of action to correct.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Apply now if this sounds like you.

 

Interviews are being held quickly as to put the right person in this position as soon as possible.

 

Thank you 

Worknet Staffing Service. 

 

 

 

 

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