Heavy Equipment Operator & Driller Trainee — Growth Path

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

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc in Burlington, VT is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction) to start a hands-on career in the drilling and blasting industry. This entry-level role offers growth opportunities, an ESOP-driven benefits package, and a competitive hourly rate with travel stipends.

You will operate heavy construction equipment such as backhoes, skid steers, excavators or loaders, learn drill patterns, perform routine maintenance, and adhere to safety policies

Qualifications

• Equipment operating experience is helpful.
• 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

Skills

Equipment operating exp

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc in Burlington, VT is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction) to start a hands-on career in the drilling and blasting industry. This entry-level role offers growth opportunities, an ESOP-driven benefits package, and a competitive hourly rate with travel stipends.

You will operate heavy construction equipment such as backhoes, skid steers, excavators or loaders, learn drill patterns, perform routine maintenance, and adhere to safety policies