Driller 1: Safe & Precise Field Operations

U.S.-Silica; Lovelock (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S.-Silica in Lovelock, NV is seeking an experienced Mine Driller to operate rotary drilling rigs safely and efficiently on site. The role requires adherence to safety standards, daily inspections, and meticulous record-keeping of drilling activities.

You will coordinate with Mine Supervisors, follow Work Instructions, and ensure compliance with MSHA, BLM, and state regulations while safeguarding personnel within 100 feet of the rig. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency.
• A Driver’s License and CDL (Class “A”) License.
• A minimum of 1 - 3 years rotary drilling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe and correct operation and productivity of the drilling rig
• Ensures safe operating practices and conducts equipment safety inspections daily
• Actively participates in all company safety meetings and leads tailgate safety discussions daily
• Ensure compliance with all federal (MSHA, BLM) and state (NBM&MR, DOGAMI) regulations of drilling operations
• Notify Mine Supervisor or Mine Superintendent of any violation concerning laws/regulations by any governing agency
• Responsible for a clean and organized drill site
• Daily notification to Mine Superintendent of drilling progress and concerns
• Follows Work Instructions (WI’s) for drilling procedures and sample collection diligently
• Drill holes at the staked point flags and correctly align the drill in angle hole operations
• Responsible for the safety of any personnel within 100 feet of the drilling rig
• Supervise and manage drill and support equipment relocation and site mobilization
• Performs various surveys and measurements according to Mine Superintendent
• Maintain an accurate driller's log of the duration of various drill activities, site moving, and support work
• Ensure all equipment is accounted for daily
• Ensure sufficient drilling and equipment supplies are gathered and available for drilling operations
• Completes all necessary paperwork including documentation of maintenance items
• Actively inventories drilling supplies/equipment and replaces as needed
• When drilling activities are not necessary, Mine Driller will be required to perform as a Heavy Equipment Operator
• Perform Lab and Ore Drying duties during ore season

Skills

Rotary drilling

Safety compliance

Log keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Driver's License (CDL Class A)

Job description

U.S.-Silica in Lovelock, NV is seeking an experienced Mine Driller to operate rotary drilling rigs safely and efficiently on site. The role requires adherence to safety standards, daily inspections, and meticulous record-keeping of drilling activities.

You will coordinate with Mine Supervisors, follow Work Instructions, and ensure compliance with MSHA, BLM, and state regulations while safeguarding personnel within 100 feet of the rig. This is a full-time on-site position.