Blast-Hole Drill Operator (Quarry)

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator to join their team. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge drilling technology in a supportive environment that values employee growth and development. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you will be responsible for performing drilling activities, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement plans and training opportunities, making it an excellent place to advance your career in the drilling and blasting industry.

Benefits

Employer-contributed Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Company-matched 401(k)

Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating hydraulic equipment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform all construction or quarry drilling activities.
• Conduct daily maintenance for efficient operation of equipment.

Skills

Hydraulic Equipment Operation

Mechanical Aptitude

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

DTH Drills

Top Hammer Drills

Job description

Are you an experienced heavy equipment operator with experience in vertical and/or horizontal earth drilling? Do you have a high mechanical aptitude and the desire to advance within the drilling and blasting industry with a stable, growing, majority employee-owned company? If you answered YES to these questions, then we want to meet you!

The ideal candidate will have Down the Hole (DTH) drilling experience (though top hammer drilling experience is acceptable as we are willing to cross-train). The primary work area is central to eastern North Carolina, with potential travel to western NC or out of state if work demands change. Most work will involve quarry drilling with DTH drills, but those with top hammer experience may also work for construction/DOT projects. Work hours range from 8 to 12 hours per day, depending on job demands. Candidates should be self-motivated, skilled in time management, and professional when interacting with customers and colleagues.

At MD&B, we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. We provide a unique and generous array of benefits including two retirement plans, an Employer-contributed Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and a company-matched 401(k). In addition to health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, we also offer training and development opportunities. Come rock your career at MD&B!

DRILL OPERATOR

Safely perform all construction or quarry drilling activities in accordance with the job program to achieve anticipated production.

Responsibilities

1. Follow Safety Policies and Procedures
2. Perform daily maintenance activities required for safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment
3. Understand different drill patterns and terminology then execute drill pattern and layout as established by the Blaster Foreman
4. Maximize the usage of all drill supplies
5. Inventory accessories, understand the cost of accessories, and maintain drill accessories
6. Communicate problems and terrain conditions to the Blasting Supervisor
7. Understand the Field Accounting system and be able to accurately complete and submit timely drill reports, hole sheets, and signed timecards
8. Participate in meetings: Foreman's, safety, job-specific, daily heads-up
9. Work unsupervised while maintaining efficiency and safe work practices
10. Complete Driller I and Driller II training certifications
11. Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

1. Must have 5+ years hydraulic equipment operating experience
2. Valid Driver's License with own reliable transportation, must be a truck
3. Personal cell phone for communications
4. One year experience in the construction industry
5. Experience as a construction laborer
6. High level of common sense related to equipment and machinery operation
7. Mechanical aptitude based on past experience around equipment, motors, hydraulic, electrical systems, etc.
8. Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen
9. Successful completion of background screening for ATF

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform essential functions of the position:

• Lift 50 - 100 lbs., 30 - 40% of the time
• Stooping and bending 30 – 40% of the time
• Work on uneven and loose surfaces in varying weather environments

Additional Information

Skeptical about advancement opportunities? Check out these videos:

• Dante (CST) talks about what it’s like to work at MD&B
• Dan (CEO) talks about career advancement opportunities

Does this sound like you? If it does, go ahead and hit that APPLY button because we cannot wait to meet you!

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