On-Site Rotary Drill Operator – Safety Focused

U.S. Silica; Lovelock (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Silica Lovelock is seeking a Mine Driller responsible for safely operating drilling equipment to prepare mining areas for blasting or sampling, following the mine plan and safety standards.

The role requires adherence to MSHA/BLM regulations and daily safety briefings on site in Lovelock, NV. The position involves daily progress reporting, equipment inspections, and a willingness to perform related duties such as lab and ore-drying during ore season.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency.
• A Driver's License and CDL (Class "A") License.
• A minimum of 1 - 3 years rotary drilling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safe and correct operation and productivity of the drilling rig.
• Conducts safety inspections daily and follows safe operating practices.
• Participates in safety meetings and leads tailgate safety discussions daily.
• Complies with federal and state regulations of drilling operations (MSHA, BLM, NBMR, DOGAMI).
• Notifies Mine Supervisor or Mine Superintendent of any violations.
• Keeps drill site clean and organized.
• Provides daily drilling progress reports to Mine Superintendent.
• Follows Work Instructions for drilling procedures and sample collection diligently.
• Drills holes at staked point flags and aligns drill for angle hole operations.
• Ensures safety of personnel within 100 feet of the drilling rig.
• Supervises drill and support equipment relocation and site mobilization.
• Performs surveys and measurements per Mine Superintendent.
• Maintains an accurate driller's log of drill activities and site work.
• Ensures equipment is accounted for daily and supplies are available.
• Completes maintenance paperwork.
• Inventories drilling supplies/equipment and replaces as needed.
• When not drilling, may perform as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
• Performs Lab and Ore Drying duties during ore season.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

Driver's License

CDL Class A License

Job description

U.S. Silica Lovelock is seeking a Mine Driller responsible for safely operating drilling equipment to prepare mining areas for blasting or sampling, following the mine plan and safety standards.

The role requires adherence to MSHA/BLM regulations and daily safety briefings on site in Lovelock, NV. The position involves daily progress reporting, equipment inspections, and a willingness to perform related duties such as lab and ore-drying during ore season.