Underground Drill Operator – Quarry Safety & Growth

Heidelberg Materials; Connellsville (Fayette County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Underground differential pay

Vacation & holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a safety‑minded drilling operator to support underground quarry production. You will safely operate drilling equipment, perform pre‑op inspections, follow mine plans, and communicate issues to supervisors to maintain productive operations.

This role requires the ability to work in challenging conditions, strict adherence to safety procedures, and teamwork with quarry personnel.

Qualifications

• Experience safely operating drilling or heavy equipment in industrial/mining environments.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance with procedures.
• Ability to read and follow mine plans and work instructions.
• Dependable with the ability to adapt to changing operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate drilling equipment to support underground quarry production activities.
• Perform drilling operations according to mine plans, production targets, and safety requirements.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections and basic maintenance of drilling equipment.
• Identify and communicate equipment, ground, or safety concerns to supervisors and team members.
• Collaborate with quarry personnel to support efficient and productive underground operations.

Skills

Safe operation of drilling equipment

Mine plan reading

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Job description

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a safety‑minded drilling operator to support underground quarry production. You will safely operate drilling equipment, perform pre‑op inspections, follow mine plans, and communicate issues to supervisors to maintain productive operations.

This role requires the ability to work in challenging conditions, strict adherence to safety procedures, and teamwork with quarry personnel.