Driller / Roof Bolter - Underground Limestone Mine

Heidelberg Materials North America; Derry (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Underground differential

Sign-On Bonus

401(k)

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking an on-site underground mine equipment operator. You will operate roof bolting and scaling equipment, perform routine maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety standards in a demanding underground limestone environment.

The role requires strong attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to follow federal and site policies, with paid overtime and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy essential for inspecting mine conditions.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot bolting/scaling equipment safely.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to following safety protocols and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain roof bolting equipment to ensure accurate measurements and requirements.
• -/Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• - Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• - Perform routine inspections and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Maintenance tasks

Regulatory knowledge

Punctuality

Tools

Roof bolting equipment

Scaling equipment

Job description

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operate and maintain roof bolting equipment to ensure accurate measurements and requirements
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance of equipment.

What Are We Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot bolting/scaling equipment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety and compliance.
• Capability to perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Must be able to work safely and follow all federal and state laws and regulations as well as company and site-specific policies
• Must be able and willing to work in an underground limestone mine environment with room heights of 27 feet tall and a year-round temperature of 50-60 degrees
• Must be able to operate scaling/bolting equipment safely and efficiently in a tight, underground environment
• Must be able to conduct and document pre-operational safety inspections on assigned equipment
• Must be able to visually evaluate roof and rib conditions
• Communicate repair and safety issues to supervisor and/or mechanic
• Available to work Saturdays and overtime as business demands dictate
• Must be punctual and have reliable transportation to and from work
• Must perform within the guidelines of federal, state, and local regulatory agencies
• Other job duties as assigned

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.

Work Environment

• 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 $1.00 per hour underground differential
• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus paid out in two installments (6 months and 1 year)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid 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.