Foundation Specialist Trainee

Maine Drilling & Blasting; Auburn (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

401(k) with match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting is seeking a Foundation Specialist Trainee for our Foundation Services Group. You will perform job-specific instructions from Drill Operators, Foreman and Superintendents, learning to operate fundamental equipment daily.

This role emphasizes safety, learning, and advancement. You will progress to Foundation Specialist I within 12–18 months, with hands-on training and opportunities across the team, while supporting safety meetings and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Has a High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid state driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Able to pass pre-employment physical exam and drug/alcohol test.
• Effective communication skills to work in a team.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safety-mindedness.
• Understands equipment functions and can operate safely.
• Team-oriented with collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily maintenance for safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Follows all Company Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Learns around micropile drill rigs and foundation elements (rock anchors, micropiles, tiebacks, slope stabilization).
• Supports Drill Operator and acts as chuck tender; handles rod wrench, greases drill steel, assists with upkeep.
• Learns operation of forklift, grout machine, and drill rig components.
• Learns cost and maintenance of drill accessories and Downtime management.
• Completes required paperwork (drill logs, load tests, timecards) accurately.
• Progresses to Foundation Specialist I within 12–18 months during employment.
• Participates in daily safety meetings and Foreman safety meetings.
• Willingness to travel out of town and state as necessary.
• Committed to the Safety First mantra throughout the Company.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Operate equipment safely

Pre-employment physical & drug test

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) we work like owners because we are owners. As a majority employee owned ESOP Company, we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. Our standard is to achieve operational excellence at all levels of the organization, whether we are serving internal or external customers. We are fueled by success, because we are personally vested in the outcome.

About Us

Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) we work like owners because we are owners. As a majority employee owned ESOP Company, we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. Our standard is to achieve operational excellence at all levels of the organization, whether we are serving internal or external customers. We are fueled by success, because we are personally vested in the outcome.

In addition to our employer-contributed Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement program, we also have a traditional Company matched 401(k), health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.

If advancement is what you’re looking for, we offer that also. Our learning and development opportunities are industry leading, and the formula for our success is centered on promotion from within.

Intrigued? Read on to learn more about specific opportunities to join our dedicated team.

About The Opportunity

The Foundation Specialist Trainee will perform job specific instructions from the Drill Operators, Foreman and Superintendents. This position requires commitment to safety and will learn operation of the fundamental pieces of equipment used daily within Foundation Services Group.

Essential Duties

That means that you will be expected to:

• Performs daily maintenance activities required for safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Understands, adheres to and follows all Company Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Becomes familiar working around micropile drill rig and learns terminology related to installation of various foundation elements; rock anchors, micropiles, tiebacks, slope stabilization.
• Supports Drill Operator and acts as chuck tender; handles rod wrench, greases drill steel, installs & removes pac-man, assists with air compressor maintenance.
• Learns operation of forklift, grout machine, typical rock anchor load testing, & micropile drill rig.
• Learns the cost & maintenance of various drill accessories; bits, down the hole hammer and potential downtime if accessories are not maintained & on hand.
• Learns and understands the Field Accounting system and will accurately complete and submit timely paperwork including drill logs, load test logs, and signed timecard.
• Completes all required incentives and advances to Foundation Specialist I within first 12-18 months during employment.
• Participates in daily heads-up safety meetings and attends Foreman safety meetings.
• Performs out of town and state travel as necessary.
• Demonstrates a commitment to the “Safety First” mantra throughout the Company.

Qualifications

Here’s what we will need from you:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Possesses a valid state driver’s license with access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical exam and drug/alcohol test.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Understands functions of equipment & can operate equipment safely.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform prolonged periods of standing, walking, and reaching, as well as lifting, pushing, and pulling. Performs stooping and bending 30 to 40% of the time.
• Must be able to lift 50 to 100lbs., 30 to 40% of the time.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to excess noise under strenuous working conditions.
• Ability to perform work on uneven and loose surfaces in varying weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity as needed to operate a variety of power tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Maintains a respiratory fit test and respirator.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Check out this webpage to learn more about the Foundation Services Group:

https://www.mdandb.com/foundation-services-group