Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee - Travel Stipend

Mdandb; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee in Providence, RI to join our ESOP-backed team.

You will operate backhoes, skid steers, excavators, or loaders, learn drilling patterns, and work with supervision to ensure safety and quality on site.

We offer competitive hourly pay of 20–22 USD, travel stipend, advancement opportunities, and a robust benefits package as part of our employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy construction equipment is helpful.
• Valid Driver's License with own transportation.
• Experience as construction laborer.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must successfully complete a background screening for ATF.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy construction equipment as directed by supervisors.
• Perform daily maintenance on equipment.
• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate problems and terrain conditions to Foreman.
• Learn drill patterns and layouts.
• Travel out of town and possible overtime.
• Complete drill reports and timecards.
• Work unsupervised with a sense of urgency.
• Participate in safety and job meetings.

Skills

Equipment operation experience

Safety-minded

Valid Driver's License

Physical stamina

Pre-employment physical

Tools

ATF background screening

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee in Providence, RI to join our ESOP-backed team.

You will operate backhoes, skid steers, excavators, or loaders, learn drilling patterns, and work with supervision to ensure safety and quality on site.

We offer competitive hourly pay of 20–22 USD, travel stipend, advancement opportunities, and a robust benefits package as part of our employee-owned culture.