JDH - Vertical Driller

NORTHERN LIGHTS & JDH CONTRACTING; Mount Sterling (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid vacation and PTO

Weekly payroll

Medical/dental/vision/life insurance

401(k) with match

Team environment

Training provided

Job summary

Northern Lights & JDH Contracting in Mount Sterling, KY is seeking a Drill Crew Operator to transport drills and materials to the worksite and operate the drill safely according to specs. You will work with the team on vertical foundation installation projects, prioritizing safety and compliance on every job.

This role may require extended travel, up to two weeks at a time, with transportation provided to sites, paid travel time, hotel covered, and per diem.

Qualifications

• 3 years of field experience (preferred).
• Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred—but will provide training).
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and able to learn quickly.
• Team oriented with exemplary character.
• Able to mentor less experienced team members.
• Safety focused.

Responsibilities

• Operate vertical drill in accordance with job specifications and customer requirements.
• Maintain site for safety conditions and related issues.
• Work in a team environment.
• Transport materials and/or drill to jobsite.
• Unload materials at job site and reload after job is completed; verify materials are loaded and secured.
• Check mechanical aspects of the vehicles and drill rig and report issues.

Skills

Rig operation

Field experience

CDL preferred

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Mentoring

Communication

Quick learner

Safety focused

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Mount Sterling, KY 40353, Position Type: Full Time, The Drill Crew Operator is responsible for transport of drill and or materials to the worksite. Operator are responsible for safe operation of drill based on conditions. Operator works with team on vertical foundation installation construction projects. Operators are to focus on safety, and compliance. Operator transports drill rig and/or materials to job site.

Typical Responsibilities

• Operate vertical drill in accordance with job specifications and customer requirements.
• Maintain site for safety conditions and related issues.
• Work in a team environment.
• Transport materials and/or drill to jobsite.
• Unload materials at job site and reload after job is completed. Drivers are required to verify materials are loaded and secured appropriately.
• Check mechanical aspects of the vehicles and drill rig and report any issues / concerns.

Experience and Personal Attributes

• 3 years of field experience (preferred)
• Valid Driver’s License (CDL preferred-but will provide training)
• Excellent Communications and Interpersonal Skills
• Self-motivated and able to learn quickly
• Team oriented and have exemplary character.
• Able to mentor less experienced team members
• Safety focused.

Travel

• Must be willing to travel up to two weeks at a time depending on job.
• Job is a non-structured schedule that may require long work days.
• We provide transportation to and from jobsite. Travel time is paid.
• JDH pays for hotel rooms and employees are paid per diem for every night on the road

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Weekly Payroll
• Great medical/dental/vision/life insurance benefits
• 401(k) plan with match
• Team Environment:
• Training provided for your current career level as well as training for the next step in your career with JDH contracting!

Qualifications: Required Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to operate drilling rig based on conditions and operate rig accordingly
• Ability to communicate and comprehend the efforts of others
• Ability to think and act quickly
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Must be organized and attentive to details in a fast-paced working environment
• Able to multi-task, stay organized and close out assigned tasks
• Able to operate independently and make safe decisions regarding personal conduct
• Able to work for extended periods of time in harsh weather conditions
• Able to think and act independently to ensure personal and team success and safety\Must be able to work flexible hours and travel
• Experience with rock and dirt drilling
• Experience operating large vertical foundation drilling rigs
• Experience with large casing and wet slurry drill holes.