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Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chief - Internship to hire

USAFUSAUSCGUSMCUSNUSSF
Program summary

Seeking a Geotechnical Drilling Crew Chiefs to join our Minnesota teams. The successful candidate will be encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.

Roles & job description

Drilling • Operate drill rig and oversee drilling operations for auger borings, rock coring, monitoring wells, instrumentation installation and other types of drilling as required • Know when to use different drilling methods. Maintenance • Responsible for maintenance, repair and general condition of the drill rig, support truck and other equipment • Must be able to diagnose mechanical problems and perform necessary repairs Safety • Responsible for promoting and adhering to a safe work practice • Use required and approved personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing all functions • Responsible for the safety of the drill crew and other site personnel.

Target military occupations

12B, EA, 1345

Eligibility notes

Required Skills • Must be able to communicate effectively with engineers and clients • Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis • Must work outdoors in all types of weather • Be willing to travel 50% and overnight • Good mechanical aptitude • Ability to pass a road test

Additional notes

Required Experience • At least two years related drilling experience required • Good driving record • 40-hour Hazmat Training preferred The successful candidate will be encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.

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Interview prep for this program
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 1 - 30 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
  • ▸ "You list 12B, EA, 1345 — what did interns from those specialties end up doing here?"
  • ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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