Driller Trainee: Heavy Equipment Operator (Quarry)

Maine Drilling & Blasting; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Training & development

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting seeks a Driller Trainee for Quarry operations in Scranton, PA. This entry role focuses on safe operation of heavy equipment and learning drill patterns under supervision.

Candidates with equipment experience, a valid driver's license, and readiness to travel or overtime are encouraged to apply. The company offers ESOP, 401(k) match, health and other coverages, plus training opportunities to grow within a majority employee-owned organization.

Qualifications

• Equipment operating experience with earth moving equipment is helpful.
• Valid Driver's License with own transportation.
• Experience as construction laborer.
• Must have common sense relative to equipment and machinery operation.
• Mechanical aptitude around equipment, motors, hydraulics, electrical systems.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must complete a background screening for ATF.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance activities required for safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment.
• Adhere to Company Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Learn drill patterns and terminology then execute drill pattern and layout as established by the Blaster Foreman.
• Inventory accessories, understand cost of accessories, maintenance drill accessories.
• Communicate problems and terrain conditions to the Blaster/Foreman.
• Complete drill reports, hole sheets, and a signed timecard.
• Coordinate supplies with Blaster.
• Participate in Foreman/Safety/Job meetings as needed.
• Complete Driller I training within designated period.
• Work unsupervised while maintaining a sense of urgency.

Skills

Equipment operating experience

Valid Driver's License

Construction laborer experience

Mechanical aptitude

Pre-employment physical & drug screen

Tools

Earth moving equipment

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting seeks a Driller Trainee for Quarry operations in Scranton, PA. This entry role focuses on safe operation of heavy equipment and learning drill patterns under supervision.

Candidates with equipment experience, a valid driver's license, and readiness to travel or overtime are encouraged to apply. The company offers ESOP, 401(k) match, health and other coverages, plus training opportunities to grow within a majority employee-owned organization.