Blast hole Driller For Gillette, WY / Spearfish SD
About The Position
Buckley Powder Co is currently seeking blast hole drill operators in the Dillon, MT area. Pay scale is dependent on qualifications and experience. Military experienced candidates or those without a college diploma encouraged to apply. The role involves operating drills according to drill patterns in remote locations and active mine sites, moving and positioning drills, and performing safe and responsible operation and maintenance of the drilling rig. It also includes demonstrating safe working practices, inspecting and maintaining drill mechanisms, making minor repairs, and completing reports. The position requires physical stamina for standing, walking, climbing, bending, and lifting, as well as knowledge of and compliance with safety regulations.
Requirements
- One+ years' blast hole drilling experience (preferred)
- Experience maintaining drills
- Willingness to travel 75% of the time
- Willingness to do laborer work
- Willingness to work overtime and extended hours
- Able to lift, carry, and handle heavy tools and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Pass a drug screen
- Valid Driver’s license
- High School Diploma
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Able to follow written and/or oral instructions
- Able to read and interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, or procedures
- Ability to commute to Gillette, WY / Spearfish SD
- Ability to relocate to Gillette, WY / Spearfish SD before starting work
Nice To Haves
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
- Blast Hole Drilling: 1 years (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Operate drills according to drill pattern in sometimes remote locations as well as on active mine sites.
- Move drills to the designated location and safely maneuver the drill into position to drill blast holes.
- Safe and responsible operation and maintenance of assigned drilling rig.
- Demonstrate safe working practices and follow all company policies and procedures.
- Inspect and maintain the drill’s mechanisms, lubricant systems, and fluid levels.
- Make minor repairs by replacing gaskets, filters, and hoses.
- Complete drilling and blasting reports as required.
- Stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, squat, stoop, and kneel.
- Lift 10 to 50 pounds.
- Work from heights.
- Comply with applicable OSHA, MSHA, and EPA regulations and governing agencies.
- Present clean and professional appearance while in Buckley Powder uniform.
- Other responsibilities may be assigned.
Benefits
- Housing can be provided in Company owned house
- Meals stipend
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and profit sharing
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Disability Insurance (short term and long term)
- Benefits start the first of the month following or concurrent with date of hire.
- Safety equipment provided
- Paid time off: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holiday
- Paid orientation
- Paid on-the-job training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
