Equipment Operator, Mining, Solar

Rock Drill Equipment Operators - 4 Weeks On/1 Week Off - $40 Per Diem + Hotel - Up to $100,000/year - Abilene, TX

Aggregate Resource Industries, Inc. is seeking experienced Rock Drill Equipment Operators to join their team in Abilene, Texas. Operators will work on a variety of projects, including mining, construction, and solar developments, operating hydraulic rock drills in diverse environments. This is an excellent opportunity for those with a strong mechanical aptitude, a passion for travel, and a commitment to safety. The ideal candidate will have prior rock drilling or heavy equipment experience and be ready to work in a dynamic, team-oriented setting.

• Annual earnings up to $100,000 per year (depending on experience)
• $40 per diem per day when staying at a company paid hotel
• Company-paid lodging accommodations for jobs requiring significant travel
• Paid travel time
• Comprehensive health insurance (employee portion $59/month for basic plan)
• Vision and dental insurance (vision 100% paid, dental partially covered)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
• Voluntary insurance programs (Critical Illness, Accident Protection, Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match and potential profit-sharing
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company phone or monthly cell phone allowance
• Fuel card and credit card for company expenses

• Previous rock drilling experience or equivalent heavy equipment operation in construction, mining, or related industry
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Certification (preferred; company will assist if not already obtained)
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no more than 3 moving violations/accidents in last 3 years, no DUIIs)
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently and spend extended periods away from home
• Physical stamina: able to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug tests (zero-tolerance policy, including marijuana)
• Ability to pass a background check through the ATF
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform routine equipment maintenance
• Commitment to safety and adherence to all safety policies and procedures

• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Certification already obtained
• Demonstrated values of integrity, teamwork, grit, and continuous improvement
• Adaptability and reliability in changing project environments
• Results-driven attitude and persistence in completing complex fieldwork
• Strong safety awareness and proactive approach to safe work practices