Heavy Equipment Operator / Driller Trainee (Quarry)

Maine Drilling & Blasting•Reading, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Maine Drilling & Blasting is seeking a motivated individual to join their team as a Driller Trainee in a quarry setting. This role offers the opportunity to learn the drilling and blasting industry with a stable, growing, and employee-owned company. The ideal candidate will have experience operating heavy construction equipment and a strong safety mindset. The company emphasizes a team-oriented environment and provides a comprehensive benefits package, including training and development opportunities.

Requirements

Ability to perform job specific instruction provided by Superintendents, Blasting Supervisor or Drill Operators
Safety-minded
Able to work well in varying weather environments
Out of town travel and overtime may be required
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 be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen
Must successfully complete a background screening for ATF
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

Nice To Haves

Experience operating heavy construction equipment such as backhoe, skid steer, excavators, or loaders

Responsibilities

Perform daily maintenance activities required 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, 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
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