Driller

Austin Powder•Fort Myers, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Driller is responsible for the daily safe and responsible operation of the drill, related equipment, and the safety and guidance of the drill crew. This includes equipment moves, set up, and facilitating the preparation of the blast area at the job site under the direction of the Drill Foreman or area management. The job is Monday through Friday with a typical shift of 10 to 12 hours per day, with some weekends required as needed to meet production needs.

Requirements

Must be 21 as required by ATF.
Must be able to pass ATF background check.
High school Diploma or equivalent (GED) degree.
Experience operating down the hole or top hammer drills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, product bulletins, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to identify products by sight
Ability to speak effectively with employees and customers.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience with Epiroc platform and Kelly Bar drill setup but not required.
Preferred experience in quarry or mining operations but not required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for working with customers to prep blast area for next shot pattern
Performs the shot layout provided by the customer and designated shot pattern provided by APC management.
Determines the setting of drill controls and depth and diameter of blast holes.
Drills blast holes.
Monitors drill controls and the progress of the drilling operation and reports daily to the Foreman.
Completes necessary logs and records as per Austin Powder policy.
Perform pre and post shift inspections of the drill and related equipment to ensure safe operation.
May perform maintenance on drills.
Reports any issues or concerns with equipment to foreman or proper APC management
Maintains appropriate levels of skills / knowledge of equipment / vehicle operation.
Reports equipment, employee or customer issues to Foreman and/or APC management.
Develops and maintains positive and professional work relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors and government agencies.
Displays work behaviors that are professional, honest and ethical in pursuit of Austin Powder Company business goals.
Complies with Austin Powder Company Safety and management procedures.
Follows and maintains compliance with all MSHA and agency requirements
Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by assuring regulatory compliance at the location, customer sites, and during transit.
Completes and maintains accurate, legible paperwork as required by company policies and procedures, Department of Transportation, or other federal or state agencies.
Assist or perform the duties of Load/Plant Crew.
Assist or perform the duties of Shot Service Crew.