Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee — ESOP Opportunity

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Stowe (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. in Vermont is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Quarry) to join our field team in Stowe.

This role focuses on operating backhoes, skid steers, excavators, and loaders, with opportunities to learn drilling and blasting under experienced supervision. We offer advancement from within, competitive hourly pay, and a benefits package including ESOP retirement, health and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy construction equipment is helpful.
• Valid driver's license with own transportation.
• Experience as construction laborer.
• Must pass ATF screenings.
• Mechanical aptitude around equipment, motors, hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy construction equipment as directed by supervisors.
• Maintain safety and adapt to varying weather.
• Travel out of town and work overtime as required.
• Perform daily maintenance on assigned machinery.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Learn drill patterns and assist Blaster Foreman.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation knowledge

Driver's license

Construction laborer experience

Mechanical aptitude

ATF screenings

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. in Vermont is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Quarry) to join our field team in Stowe.

This role focuses on operating backhoes, skid steers, excavators, and loaders, with opportunities to learn drilling and blasting under experienced supervision. We offer advancement from within, competitive hourly pay, and a benefits package including ESOP retirement, health and dental coverage.