Production Driller

Wendling Quarries Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A quarry operation company in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Production Drill Rig Specialist. This full-time position involves the safe operation of a limestone production drill and executing accurate drill patterns for blasting. Candidates must be 18+, have a High School Diploma or GED, and possess a solid understanding of large equipment mechanics. Benefits include health insurance, a 401k plan, paid time off, and employee discounts. The job requires willingness to travel and work around 50 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Understanding of basic mechanics and working knowledge of large equipment.
• Willing to travel approximately 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Daily equipment maintenance and operation.
• Execute drill patterns accurately needed for blasting.
• Maintain database of drill logs.

Skills

Understanding of basic mechanics

Working knowledge of large equipment

Ability to work independently

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title:

Production Drill Rig Specialist

Type:

Full-time

Job Position Description:

Safe operation of a limestone production drill used in the blasting process at both Wendling and customer quarry sites.

Company Introduction:

Wendling Quarries, Inc. (WQI) is a third-generation family owned and operated business that produces crushed stone, sand and gravel for individuals and businesses in eastern Iowa and western Illinois.

bedrock of our company is composed of three main values:

• Family. We share faithful commitment to each other and our vision.
• Excellence. We are great on purpose.
• Human Potential. We aspire to be the best version of ourselves.

Lastly, there is concrete proof thatwe are known for being able to “safely do everything we do better than everyone else”.

Job Responsibilities:

• Daily equipment maintenance and operation
• Execute drill patterns accurately needed for blasting
• Maintain database of drill logs
• Work safely with adherence to Wendling Quarries safety policy

Job Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Understanding of basic mechanics and working knowledge of large equipment
• Ability to work independently
• Willing to travel approximately 50% of the time
• Monday – Friday
• Approximately 50 hours/week

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.