Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee — ESOP Growth

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP Ownership

Health insurance

401(k) match

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. in Middlebury, VT, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee for our field operations. The role offers advancement from within and exposure to drilling and blasting processes at a growing ESOP-owned company.

The position provides benefits including employer-contributed ESOP retirement, a traditional 401(k) match, health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage. Hourly rate is $20–$22 plus travel stipend.

Qualifications

• Equipment operating experience with earth moving construction equipment is helpful.
• Valid driver's license with own transportation.
• Experience as construction laborer.
• Mechanical aptitude around equipment, motors, hydraulic, electrical systems.
• Must successfully pass ATF screenings.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy construction equipment as assigned.
• Safely perform daily maintenance on equipment and report issues.
• Coordinate with Blaster Foreman and Superintendents on drill patterns and layouts.
• Complete drill reports, hole sheets, and timecards accurately.

Skills

Equipment operating

Driver's license

Construction laborer experience

Mechanical aptitude

ATF screenings

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. in Middlebury, VT, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee for our field operations. The role offers advancement from within and exposure to drilling and blasting processes at a growing ESOP-owned company.

The position provides benefits including employer-contributed ESOP retirement, a traditional 401(k) match, health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage. Hourly rate is $20–$22 plus travel stipend.