Drill Operator (Construction) — Growth, Internal Promotion, Travel Stipend

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

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator with vertical and/or horizontal drilling expertise in Vermont. The role offers advancement paths within a stable, employee-owned company and includes a daily travel stipend.

Pay ranges from $24 to $30 per hour depending on experience, with DOE and strong safety culture. Responsibilities include safe drilling, equipment maintenance, proper drill pattern execution, and accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hydraulic equipment operating experience.
• Experience with Epiroc top hammer drills or similar preferred.
• Valid Driver's License with own reliable transportation, must be a truck.

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 for safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment, including Epiroc top hammer drills.
• Understand drill patterns and terminology and execute drill patterns as established by the Blaster Foreman.
• Maximize usage of drill supplies; inventory accessories; communicate problems and terrain conditions to the Blasting Supervisor.

Skills

Equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Tools

Epiroc top hammer drills

Field accounting system

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator with vertical and/or horizontal drilling expertise in Vermont. The role offers advancement paths within a stable, employee-owned company and includes a daily travel stipend.

Pay ranges from $24 to $30 per hour depending on experience, with DOE and strong safety culture. Responsibilities include safe drilling, equipment maintenance, proper drill pattern execution, and accurate reporting.