Open Pit Platform Drill Specialist — Growth & Benefits

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Living out allowance

Long-term employment opportunities

Competitive total rewards package

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a seasoned Platform or Pioneer Driller in Arizona to ensure safe and efficient operation of production drilling equipment in a large open-pit mining environment. Candidates should have a minimum of one year’s drilling experience and hold an MSHA p.48 ticket. This role offers competitive health benefits, opportunities for career growth, and requires compliance with safety regulations. A self-motivated professional will thrive in this outdoor and dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year’s surface drilling experience using various drilling units.
• Thorough knowledge of drill patterns and the structure in which they are developed.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Operation of a platform drill Cat 6200 and a Sandvik Leopard DI650i.
• Operate and understand the mechanics of a top head drilling unit.
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures for drilling.

Skills

Surface drilling experience

Mechanical repair skills

Effective communication

Education

MSHA p.48 metal/nonmetal ticket

Job description

A leading construction company is seeking a seasoned Platform or Pioneer Driller in Arizona to ensure safe and efficient operation of production drilling equipment in a large open-pit mining environment. Candidates should have a minimum of one year’s drilling experience and hold an MSHA p.48 ticket. This role offers competitive health benefits, opportunities for career growth, and requires compliance with safety regulations. A self-motivated professional will thrive in this outdoor and dynamic work environment.