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Drill Operator

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Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc

Albany, NY (In Person)

$56,160 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/6/2026

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Job Description

Drill Operator Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc
  • 3.1 Albany, NY Job Details Full-time $24
  • $30 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee stock ownership plan Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Outdoor work Driver's License Construction site experience Construction industry experience Hydraulics Mechanical knowledge Full Job Description About Us Come work with the best!
At Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) we work like owners because we are owners. As a majority employee-owned ESOP Company, we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. Our standard is to achieve operational excellence at all levels of the organization, whether we are serving internal or external customers. We are fueled by success, because we are personally vested in the outcome. In addition to our employer-contributed Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement program, we also have a traditional Company matched 401(k), health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. About The Opportunity Are you an experienced heavy equipment operator with experience with vertical and/or horizontal drilling? Do you have a high mechanical aptitude and the desire to advance within the drilling and blasting industry with a stable, growing, majority employee-owned company? If you answered YES to these questions, then we want to meet you! If advancement is what you're looking for, we offer that also. Our learning and development opportunities are industry leading, and the formula for our success is centered on promotion from within. Intrigued? Read on to learn more about specific opportunities to join our dedicated team.
Pay:
$24-30/hr DOE, plus daily travel stipend!
Responsibilities:
Safely perform all construction or quarry drilling activity in accordance with the job program to achieve anticipated production. Follow Safety Policies and Procedures Perform daily maintenance activities required for safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment, including Epiroc top hammer drillsUnderstand different drill patterns and terminology then execute drill pattern and layout as established by the Blaster Foreman Maximize the usage of all drill supplies Inventory accessories, understand cost of accessories, maintenance drill accessories Communicate problems and terrain conditions to the Blasting Supervisor Understand the Field Accounting system and be able to accurately complete and submit timely drill reports, hole sheets, and signed timecards Physical agility Participate in meetings: Foreman's, safety, job specific, daily heads-up Ability to work unsupervised while maintaining efficiency and safe work practices Complete Driller I and Driller II training certifications Other duties as assignedAbout You Qualifications Must have 5+ years hydraulic equipment operating experience Experience with Epiroc top hammer drills or similar preferred Valid Driver's License with own reliable transportation, must be a truck. Must have personal cell phone for communications One year experience in the construction industry Experience as a 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 ATF screenings Physical Requirements Ability to perform essential functions of the position Ability to lift 50
  • 100 lbs., 30
  • 40% of the time Stooping and bending 30
  • 40% of the time Work on uneven and loose surfaces in varying weather environments
Pay:
$24.00
  • $30.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person