Driller

Lehigh Hanson Inc.; Connellsville (Fayette County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Paid vacation

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking an underground drilling operator to safely operate drilling equipment and support mining production in underground quarry environments. You will perform drill tasks following mine plans, production targets, and safety requirements, while conducting pre-operational inspections and basic equipment maintenance.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to procedures, with opportunities to collaborate with quarry personnel for efficient

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate drilling or heavy equipment in an industrial setting.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and compliance with operating procedures.
• Mechanical aptitude with the capability to inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate drilling equipment to support underground quarry production activities.
• Perform drilling operations according to mine plans, production targets, and safety requirements.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and basic maintenance of drilling equipment.
• Identify and communicate equipment, ground, or safety concerns to supervisors and team members.
• Collaborate with quarry personnel to support efficient and productive underground operations.

Job description

Safely operate drilling equipment to support underground quarry production activities.

Perform drilling operations according to mine plans, production targets, and safety requirements.

Conduct pre-operational inspections and basic maintenance of drilling equipment.

Identify and communicate equipment, ground, or safety concerns to supervisors and team members.

Collaborate with quarry personnel to support efficient and productive underground operations.

What Are We Looking For

Demonstrated ability to safely operate drilling or heavy equipment in an industrial, mining, quarrying, construction, or similar environment.

Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and compliance with operating procedures.

Mechanical aptitude with the capability to inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment.

Ability to read and follow mine plans, work instructions, and safety requirements.

Dependable work ethic with the ability to adapt to changing operational needs and priorities.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.

Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

$28.76 per hour plus an additional $0.50 per hour underground differential.

Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension.

Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.