Heavy Equipment Operator / Driller Trainee - Growth Path

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

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

401(k) with match

Health insurance

Dental, Vision

Life and Disability benefits

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc in Manchester, NH is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee to operate heavy construction equipment and learn drilling and blasting operations.

You will join a safety‑driven team, complete daily equipment maintenance, and advance through a structured internal development program with potential travel. The role offers an hourly rate of $20–$22 and a travel stipend as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Equipment operating experience is helpful (earth moving construction equipment, farm 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
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must successfully complete a background screening for ATF

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment as instructed by Superintendents, Blasting Supervisor or Drill Operators
• Be safety-minded and able to work in varied weather environments
• Out of town travel and overtime may be required
• Perform daily maintenance for safe, efficient operation of equipment
• Adhere to Company Safety Policies and Procedures
• Learn drill patterns and execute as established by the Blaster Foreman
• Communicate problems and terrain conditions to the Blaster/Foreman
• Complete drill reports, hole sheets, and signed timecards

Skills

Equipment operation

Driver's license

Construction laborer experience

Common sense with machinery

Mechanical aptitude

Pre-employment physical

ATF background check

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc in Manchester, NH is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee to operate heavy construction equipment and learn drilling and blasting operations.

You will join a safety‑driven team, complete daily equipment maintenance, and advance through a structured internal development program with potential travel. The role offers an hourly rate of $20–$22 and a travel stipend as you gain experience.