Drill Operator – Construction, Growth & Internal Promotion

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. in Burlington, VT is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator with drilling experience to join our growing, employee-owned team. You will safely perform drilling across construction or quarry settings and maintain equipment.

We offer a pay range of $24-30/hour DOE, plus a daily travel stipend. Candidates should have 5+ years hydraulic equipment operating experience and be able to pass ATF screenings, with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years hydraulic equipment operating experience.
• Experience withEpiroc top hammer drills or similar preferred.
• Valid Driver's License with own reliable transportation.
• One year experience in the construction industry.
• Experience as a construction laborer.
• Must be able to pass ATF screenings.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform all construction or quarry drilling activity in accordance with the job program to achieve anticipated production.
• Follow Safety Policies and Procedures
• Perform daily maintenance activities required for safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment, including Epiroc top hammer drills
• Understand different drill patterns and terminology then execute drill pattern and layout as established by the Blaster Foreman
• Maximize the usage of all drill supplies
• Inventory accessories, understand cost of accessories, maintenance drill accessories
• Communicate problems and terrain conditions to the Blasting Supervisor
• Understand the Field Accounting system and be able to accurately complete and submit timely drill reports, hole sheets, and signed timecards
• Physical agility
• Participate in meetings: Foreman's, safety, job specific, daily heads-up
• Ability to work unsupervised while maintaining efficiency and safe work practices
• Complete Driller I and Driller II training certifications
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Hydraulic equipment operation

Drilling safety

Communication

Tools

Epiroc top hammer drills

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. in Burlington, VT is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator with drilling experience to join our growing, employee-owned team. You will safely perform drilling across construction or quarry settings and maintain equipment.

We offer a pay range of $24-30/hour DOE, plus a daily travel stipend. Candidates should have 5+ years hydraulic equipment operating experience and be able to pass ATF screenings, with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.