Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Construction)

Maine Drilling & Blasting•Lake George, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) is a majority employee-owned ESOP Company seeking individuals with experience operating heavy construction equipment to train in the drilling and blasting industry. They offer industry-leading learning and development opportunities with a focus on internal promotion. The role involves performing job-specific instructions, daily maintenance of equipment, adhering to safety policies, learning drill patterns, and managing field accounting systems. Out-of-town travel and overtime may be required.

Requirements

Equipment operating experience is helpful (earth moving construction equipment, farm equipment, timber harvesting equipment, etc.)
Valid Driver's License with own transportation
Experience as construction laborer
Must hold a high level of common sense relative to equipment and machinery operation
Mechanical aptitude based on past experience around equipment, motors, hydraulic, electrical systems, desired
Must successfully pass ATF screenings
Ability to perform essential functions of the position
Ability to 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
Dedication, enthusiasm, hard work, integrity, honesty, and responsibility
Good communicators, highly competitive, and work together effectively to get the job done!

Responsibilities

Ability to perform job specific instruction provided by Superintendents, Blasting Supervisor or Drill Operators.
Individuals must be safety-minded and able to work well in varying weather environments.
Out of town travel and overtime may be required.
Perform daily maintenance activities required for safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment
Adhere to Company Safety Policies and Procedures
Ability to learn drill patterns and terminology then execute drill pattern and layout as established by the Blaster Foreman
Inventory accessories, understand cost of accessories, maintenance drill accessories
Communicate problems and terrain conditions to the Blaster/Foreman
Understand the Field Accounting system and accurately complete and submit timely paperwork: drill reports, hole sheets, and a signed timecard
Physical agility
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
Ability to work unsupervised while maintaining a sense of urgency
Other duties as assigned