Operator Drill Production

ASARCO•Sahuarita, AZ

94d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs duties related to the safe operation of diesel and electric drills at a highly skilled level. This role is responsible for drilling quality primary and secondary blast holes, drilling to proper depth, and proper collaring of drill holes. The operator will identify and report mechanical issues on the drill, recognize when bits are wearing and require replacement, and maximize bit/string life. They will also recognize hazards associated with drilling next to banks and high walls, drill angle holes, and drill in native ground. Additionally, the operator will safely move and position power cables when operating the drill around shovels.

Requirements

Knowledge of the proper pattern approach and proper sequence of drill patterns
Ability to safely and properly lift heavy and unstable objects, such as drill bits and stabilizers
Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude
The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required
High School Diploma or GED
Four (4) years of drill operating experience
Steel toe shoes
Training or instruction in the area of environmental Awareness
Training or instruction in the area of Safety & Health awareness including completion of the appropriate OSHA and/or MSHA training
Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of blasting operations procedures preferred

Responsibilities

Drilling quality primary and secondary blast holes, drilling to proper depth, and proper collaring of drill holes
Identifying and reporting any mechanical issues on the drill and recognizing when bits are wearing and require replacement along with maximizing bit/string life
Recognizing hazards associated with drilling next to banks and high walls
Drilling angle holes and drilling in native ground
Safely moves and positions power cables when operating drill around shovels
Change drill steels, change bits and stabilizers and assist maintenance personnel with pipe changes
Operate manual or automated drills
Manually measure drill holes after drilling for quality control
Operate other pieces of mobile equipment as necessary for business needs
Knowledge and safe performance of procedures: drilling in fill, using drill fire suppression system, loading drill on low-boy, breaking drill pipe, lowering and raising the mast, mounting and dismounting of drill, and drilling near overhead power lines
Knowledge and performance of proper tramming techniques, such as, properly and safely move from one drill hole to the next, properly and safely move from one bench to the next, properly and safely navigate on uneven grades, and properly securing the drill string
Frequently communicates and interacts with blasting crew to properly clear drill for blasting
Performs other duties as required