Driller - AZDB - Southern Arizona

Fisher Industries; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Industries is seeking a Driller in Yuma, AZ to operate drill rigs and support large-scale infrastructure projects. This role emphasizes safety and accurate daily logs, with travel required to job sites.

Responsibilities include site setup, equipment checks, maintaining drilling reports, and cooperating with the blasting crew. A valid driver's license and at least 1 year of drilling experience are required; pre-employment drug test will be administered.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of drilling experience.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid Driver's License with reliable transportation.
• Acceptable MVR per company policy; willingness to obtain certification.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varied weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate drill rig and drilling equipment as required.
• Set up and breakdown drill sites; manage barricades and materials.
• Maintain daily drilling reports and logs.
• Perform pre- and post-trip equipment checks for safety.
• Report equipment issues and assist the Blasting Crew as needed.
• Ensure safety compliance and work with the team.

Skills

Drilling

Equipment operation

Safety

Team player

Job description

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company, visit our website at www.fisherind.com

POSITION SCOPE

The Driller position is a safety sensitive position responsible for driving and operating drilling machines to bore holes. Accurately filling out daily drill logs as well as conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the equipment. Must be a team player who has at least 1 year of drilling experience.

Travel is required.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Ability and knowledge to operate drill rig and drilling equipment
• Set up and breakdown of drill sites, preparing equipment, setting up/taking down barricades, moving aggregate materials (dirt, rock, sand, etc.), changing out drill rods and casings, etc.
• Maintains daily drilling reports
• Conducts pre- and post- trip checks on equipment daily and maintains equipment in safe operating condition
• Reports any equipment malfunctions/concerns to the supervisor and prepares documentation
• Performs all general duties required by Blasting Crew
• Monitors work area for safety hazards and visual cues while operating equipment
• Safety, Safety, Safety comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards of safety
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must have at least 1 year of drilling experience.
• Must be at least 18 years old
• A Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation to get to and from work is required
• Acceptable MVR in accordance with Fisher's Company Vehicle Program policy is required
• H.A. 5000-23 certificate part 48 or willingness to obtain certification - company will pay for certification
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be a team player who is willing and able to learn
• Ability to repeatedly walk up and down steep and rough terrain carrying construction materials
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check
• Ability to complete work tasks under various adverse weather conditions including heat above 100 degrees, cold, rain, and snow
• The ability to operate equipment in adverse weather conditions and on steep and rough terrains is required
• Travel is required

Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.