Geotechnical Engineer Resume Sample

Geotechnical Engineer Resume Sample

Geotechnical Engineer Resume Sample Bullet Points
  • Operate a variety of drills such as rotary, churn, and pneumatic to tap sub-surface water and salt deposits, to remove core samples during mineral exploration or soil testing, and to facilitate the use of explosives in mining or construction.
  • May use explosives. Includes horizontal and earth boring machine operators.
  • Regulate air pressure, rotary speed, and downward pressure, according to the type of rock or concrete being drilled.
  • Verify depths and alignments of boring positions.
  • Monitor drilling operations, checking gauges and listening to equipment to assess drilling conditions and to determine the need to adjust drilling or alter equipment.
  • Start, stop, and control drilling speed of machines and insertion of casings into holes.
  • Select the appropriate drill for the job, using knowledge of rock or soil conditions.
  • Operate controls to stabilize machines and to position and align drills.
  • Select and attach drill bits and drill rods, adding more rods as hole depths increase, and changing drill bits as needed.
  • Drill or bore holes in rock for blasting, grouting, anchoring, or building foundations.
  • Operate machines to flush earth cuttings or to blow dust from holes.
  • Drive or guide truck-mounted equipment into position, level and stabilize rigs, and extend telescoping derricks.
  • Perform routine maintenance and upgrade work on machines and equipment, such as replacing parts, building up drill bits, and lubricating machinery.
  • Drive trucks, tractors, or truck-mounted drills to and from work sites.
  • Record drilling progress and geological data.
  • Retrieve lost equipment from bore holes, using retrieval tools and equipment.
  • Assemble and position machines, augers, casing pipes, and other equipment, using hand and power tools.
Geotechnical Engineer Resume Sample Keywords and Simple Resume Phrases
  • Handling and moving objects
  • Inspecting equipment, structures, or material
  • Repairing and maintaining electronic equipment
  • Operating vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment
  • Controlling machines and processes
  • Monitoring and controlling resources
  • Training and teaching others
  • Organizing, planning, and prioritizing work
  • Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships
  • Documenting and recording information
  • Communicating with supervisors, peers, or subordinates
  • Communicating with persons outside organization
  • Decision making, creative thinking and problem solving
  • Updating and using relevant knowledge
  • Coordinating the work and activities of others
  • Signal directions or warnings to coworkers
  • Operate power driven pumps
  • Collect samples for testing
  • Drive truck with capacity greater than 3 tons
  • Connect sections of drill pipe
  • Drive automobile, van, or light truck
  • Extract core sample or drill rod from well hole
  • Operate hoist, winch, or hydraulic boom
  • Maintain or repair construction machinery or equipment
  • Operate tractor with accessories or attachments
  • Use hand or power tools
  • Operate earth-moving or other heavy construction equipment
  • Record drilling progress or geological data
  • Use measuring devices in construction or extraction work