Operator - Drill Shaft

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC is seeking a Drill Shaft Operator experienced in operating drill rigs on project sites. The role requires managing safety protocols while working in plant operations or construction settings. Ideal candidates should possess strong physical capabilities, effective communication skills, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Capable of lifting up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Must communicate effectively and comprehend safety instructions.
• Able to operate hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate various drill rigs and perform daily inspections.
• Read load charts and interpret hand signals.
• Assist other craft workers and perform maintenance tasks.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Good hand/eye coordination

Job description

More information about this job

Overview

The Drill Shaft Operator must have the ability and experience to operate various types of drill rigs used on project sites. The candidate must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work-related tools and equipment. The role involves working in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

*The following are general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Read and interpret load charts
• Interpret hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed
• Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities for tools and equipment
• Perform daily inspections on equipment, including checking fluids, refueling, adding fluids, and assessing component wear
• Report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
• Good hand/eye coordination and depth perception are essential
• Must be able to communicate effectively (hear, comprehend, and speak) to perform work safely
• Capable of performing sedentary to heavy work
• May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, pneumatic)
• Able to climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds
• Required to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects frequently
• Position may require prolonged bending, twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing/pulling, standing, and lifting
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, soft sand, etc.
• May need to work in confined spaces
• Exposed to adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.)
• Must be able to operate vehicles and equipment such as cars, trucks, and forklifts

Mental Requirements

• Effective communication skills with management and supervision
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions and safety policies
• Ability to work at various tempos and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision-making skills
• Attention to detail, with the ability to observe and remember details