Senior Rock Drill Operator (Heavy Equipment Operator - Driller)

3riversdrillingandblasting; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO after 1 year

Overtime pay

Job summary

3-Rivers Drilling & Blasting is seeking a Senior Rock Drill Operator (Heavy Equipment Operator - Driller) based in Central Utah or Southern Nevada with travel to project sites across Utah and Nevada. You will operate cabbed rock drills to reach production targets, follow MSHA safety policies, and work shifts including nights with overtime as needed.

Qualified candidates have 3–5+ years of drilling experience, familiarity with Sandvik equipment, and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years drilling experience (senior level)
• Strong safety mindset and MSHA familiarity preferred
• Ability to meet high production targets and maintain quality

Responsibilities

• Operate rock drills safely and efficiently; maintain production
• Read and monitor ground conditions; adjust technique to reduce wear/downtime
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance/upkeep
• Follow MSHA/safety policies and maintain required documentation

Skills

Drilling experience

Safety mindset

Production targets

Education

MSHA 5000-23 Experienced Miner

Tools

Sandvik Di650 Leapord DTH Rigs

Sandvik DP1500i Top Hammer Rigs

Job description

3-Rivers Drilling & Blasting

Senior Rock Drill Operator (Heavy Equipment Operator - Driller)

Location: Based in Central Utah (Delta area, Saratoga Springs) or Southern Nevada and Southern Utah; travel required to project sites across Utah and Nevada.

Precision. Power. Safety. Done Right.

3-Rivers Drilling & Blasting has 65+ years of combined drilling & blasting experience and has been serving the Western U.S. since 1997. We're known for professional, safe, accurate work, and we're fully licensed and properly insured/bonded for every project we take on.

You’ll operate cabbed rock drills (including mine-style production drilling) to safely hit production targets in tough ground conditions. This role supports mining operations and may include day/night shifts with overtime depending on the job.

Key responsibilities

• Operate rock drills safely and efficiently; maintain consistent production
• Read/monitor ground conditions and adjust technique to reduce wear and downtime
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance/upkeep
• Follow MSHA/safety policies and maintain clean documentation as required

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 or more years of drilling experience (senior-level)
• Experienced in Sandvik Di650 Leapord DTH Rigs or similar. And or Experience in Sandvik DP1500i Top Hammer Rigs or similar.
• Ability to meet strong production expectations (ex: high footage/hour targets)
• Clean driving record + reliable transportation to/from job sites
• MSHA 5000-23 Experienced Miner(preferred/current); strong safety mindset required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying and remote conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Pay and benefits

• Full-time, W-2 Employment
• Pay: $30 to $35 per hour (based on qualifications)
• Health insurance (employee participation) + PTO after 1 year (40 hours)
• Overtime paid in accordance with state and federal law.
• 8 to 12-hour shifts, night shifts may be required

Why 3-Rivers Drilling & Blasting

At 3-Rivers, safety isn't a slogan; it's a standard, backed by training and supervision. You'll work with a team that's transitioned from informal practices to a more professional, disciplined operation focused on safety, production, and camaraderie. Projects vary, so your work stays interesting and your skills keep growing. If you take pride in doing the job right, you'll fit in here.

3-Rivers Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.