Quarry Driller Trainee & Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Quarry)

Job Category
:
Field

Requisition Number
: HEAVY
011789

Locations:
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Hourly Rate: $20 - $22 per hour, plus stipend for travel.

• Perform job specific instruction provided by Superintendents, Blasting Supervisor or Drill Operators.
• Be safety‑minded and work well in varying weather environments.
• Out of town travel and overtime may be required.
• Perform daily maintenance activities for safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment.
• Adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
• Learn drill patterns and terminology then execute drill pattern and layout as established by the Blaster Foreman.
• Inventory accessories, understand cost of accessories, maintain drill accessories.
• Communicate problems and terrain conditions to the Blaster/Foreman.
• Understand the field accounting system and accurately complete and submit rigorous paperwork: drill reports, hole sheets, and signed timecard.
• Physical agility and ability to lift 50‑100 lbs 30‑40% of the time.
• Coordinate supplies with Blaster.
• Carry all tools and supplies.
• Participate in meetings as needed:
  Foreman’s, Safety, Job Specific, and Daily Heads‑Up.
• Complete Driller I training within designated period.
• Work unsupervised while maintaining a sense of urgency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Equipment operating experience helpful (earth moving construction equipment, farm equipment, timber harvesting equipment, etc.).
• Valid driver's license with own transportation.
• Experience as construction laborer.
• High level of common sense in equipment and machinery operation.
• Mechanical aptitude with experience around equipment, motors, hydraulic, or electrical systems.
• Must successfully pass ATF screenings.

Physical Requirements

• Perform essential functions of the position.
• Lift 50‑100 lbs 30‑40% of the time.
• Work on uneven and loose surfaces in varying weather conditions.
• Stooping and bending 30‑40% of the time.
• Physical agility.

Equal Opportunity Employer.