Driller Trainee (Construction Heavy Equipment Operator)

Maine Drilling & Blasting•Bessemer, AL

About The Position

Maine Drilling & Blasting is hiring a Driller Trainee for construction drilling and blasting work. The role involves learning the drilling and blasting industry and performing job-specific instruction provided by Superintendents, the Blasting Supervisor, or Drill Operators. Candidates must be safety-minded and able to work in varying weather conditions. Out-of-town travel and overtime may be required. The position includes paid training and career development, with opportunities for pay increases as training milestones and target deliverables are achieved.

Requirements

Must be able to perform job-specific instruction provided by Superintendents, the Blasting Supervisor, or Drill Operators.
Must be safety-minded and able to work in varying weather environments.
Must have a valid driver's license and own transportation.
Must have experience as a construction laborer.
Must have a high level of common sense related to equipment and machinery operation.
Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Must successfully complete an ATF background screening.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
Must be able to lift 50–100 pounds 30–40% of the time.
Must be able to work on uneven and loose surfaces in varying weather conditions.
Must be able to stoop and bend 30–40% of the time and demonstrate physical agility.

Nice To Haves

Equipment operating experience, including earth-moving construction, farm, or timber-harvesting equipment.
Mechanical aptitude based on experience with equipment, motors, hydraulic systems, or electrical systems.

Responsibilities

Perform daily maintenance activities required for the safe and efficient operation of assigned equipment.
Follow company safety policies and procedures.
Learn drill patterns and terminology, then execute drill patterns and layouts established by the Blaster Foreman.
Inventory accessories, understand their cost, and maintain drill accessories.
Communicate problems and terrain conditions to the Blaster or Foreman.
Learn the Field Accounting system and accurately complete and submit drill reports, hole sheets, and signed timecards on time.
Coordinate supplies with the Blaster.
Carry tools and supplies.
Participate in Foreman, safety, job-specific, and daily heads-up meetings as needed.
Complete Driller I training within the designated period.
Work unsupervised while maintaining a sense of urgency.
Perform other duties as assigned.