Drill Operator (Construction) — Growth & Training Path

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Rutland (VT); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator for hydraulic drilling, with emphasis on vertical and/or horizontal drilling. The role requires a strong mechanical aptitude and a commitment to safety on quarry and construction sites.

Pay ranges from $24 to $30 per hour DOE, plus daily travel stipend. Candidates should have 5+ years of hydraulic equipment operation, valid driver's license, and be able to work with Epiroc top hammer drills. Training available.

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, must be a truck.
• Must have personal cell phone for communications
• One year experience in the construction industry
• Experience as a construction laborer
• Must hold a high level of common sense relative to equipment and machinery operation
• Mechanical aptitude based on past experience around equipment, motors, hydraulic, electrical systems, desired
• 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 operating

Tools

Epiroc top hammer drills

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. is seeking an experienced heavy equipment operator for hydraulic drilling, with emphasis on vertical and/or horizontal drilling. The role requires a strong mechanical aptitude and a commitment to safety on quarry and construction sites.

Pay ranges from $24 to $30 per hour DOE, plus daily travel stipend. Candidates should have 5+ years of hydraulic equipment operation, valid driver's license, and be able to work with Epiroc top hammer drills. Training available.