Heavy Equipment Operator & Driller Trainee – Growth & ESOP

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

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting in Burlington, VT is seeking an entry-level equipment operator. This role involves operating heavy construction equipment, following supervisor instructions, and performing daily maintenance to ensure safe operation.

The position offers an opportunity for advancement within a majority employee-owned ESOP company, with travel stipends and competitive hourly pay of $20–$22, plus comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Equipment operating experience is helpful (earth moving construction equipment, farm equipment, timber harvesting equipment, etc.)
• Valid Driver's License with own transportation
• Experience as construction laborer
• Must hold a high level of common sense relative to equipment and machinery operation
• Mechanical aptitude based on past experience around equipment, motors, hydraulic, electrical systems, desired
• Must successfully pass ATF screenings

Responsibilities

• Ability to perform job specific instruction provided by Superintendents, Blasting Supervisor or Drill Operators.
• Individuals must be safety-minded and able to work well in varying weather environments.
• Out of town travel and overtime may be required.
• Perform daily maintenance activities required for safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment
• Adhere to Company Safety Policies and Procedures
• Ability to 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
• Understand the Field Accounting system and accurately complete and submit timely paperwork: drill reports, hole sheets, and a signed timecard
• Physical agility
• Coordinate Supplies with Blaster
• Carry all tools and Supplies
• Participate in meetings as needed: Foreman's, Safety, Job Specific, and Daily Heads-Up
• Complete Driller I training within designated period
• Ability to work unsupervised while maintaining a sense of urgency
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting in Burlington, VT is seeking an entry-level equipment operator. This role involves operating heavy construction equipment, following supervisor instructions, and performing daily maintenance to ensure safe operation.

The position offers an opportunity for advancement within a majority employee-owned ESOP company, with travel stipends and competitive hourly pay of $20–$22, plus comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.