Rock Drill Operator Apprentice Job at Aggregate Resource Industries, Springfield, OR

dmIrMk1wUU1DaW44aEFnbURsUVp6OVFqV1E9PQ==
  • Aggregate Resource Industries
  • Springfield, OR

Job Description

Company Overview 
Aggregate Resource Industries, Inc. is a specialty subcontractor headquartered in Springfield, OR, United States, focusing on rock drilling, blasting, and crushing operations, alongside the operation of rock quarries for retail sales of construction aggregates. Our drilling operations span multiple states and cater to diverse sectors, including utility-scale renewable energy (wind and solar foundation pile pre-drilling), data center and warehouse development (foundation and utility drilling and blasting), and surface mine drilling and blasting. Additionally, our portable crushing division produces crushed quarry aggregate for use as base rock in construction projects, with our retail quarry operations offering these materials for sale to the general public. 

Position Overview
The Rock Drill Operator Apprentice will be trained to safely and efficiently operating hydraulic rock drills at quarries, mines, construction, solar and development projects throughout the United States. If you have a desire to operate heavy equipment, a strong mechanical aptitude, willingness travel, and the determination to progress within a growing and stable organization, this could be an ideal opportunity for you. Join our highly specialized team of Rock Drill Operators—an integral force in shaping physical landscapes. 
Compensation
  • We offer a generous and progressive pay scale. Pay for this position depends on experience. 
  • Typical annual earnings: $70,000-$100,000 per year
  • Generous benefits package including paid travel time, company vehicle, per diem, insurance, 401k with matching, paid time off and more.
Job Requirements/ Qualifications
  • Adaptable with the ability to adjust to changing circumstances and adjust to new tasks and environments.
  • Motivated and results-oriented with the persistence to complete challenging projects on time and to a high standard.
  • Ability to work well with both a team and independently when working in remote locations.
  • Mechanically inclined with the ability to perform routine maintenance on drilling equipment.
Job Responsibilities
  • Safely and efficiently operates hydraulic drills on construction, rock quarry sites, mines, solar fields, development, and other specialty projects.
  • Performs daily maintenance activities required for safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment.
  • Completes necessary equipment pre-operation inspections, workplace examinations and paperwork per company policy.
  • Understands different drill patterns and terminology then executes drill pattern and layout as established by Project Managers.
  • Ensures drill hole quality after drilling each hole and at the completion of the project. 
  • Continuously updates the Project Managers on the progress of project completion.
  • Deploys automated drill log mobile application to execute the project’s drill pattern design and capture drill hole data.
  • Occasionally assists with blasting operations.
  • Performs general housekeeping duties to continuously maintain a safe, clean work environment.
Safety
  • Views safety as paramount and continually works with team members to maintain a safe operation.
  • Conducts daily safety inspections on equipment and worksites to identify and address potential hazards.
  • Properly follows all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
Benefits
  • Company Truck 
  • Company Paid Hotels When working on jobs requiring more than 1.5 hours one-way travel time, we arrange and pay 100 percent of hotel rooms.
  • Paid Travel Time  
  • Per diem $40.00 per day when staying at a company paid hotel.
  • Company Phone We provide Operators with iPhones or a monthly cell phone allowance for phone calls, emails, text messaging and mobile time keeping.
  • Fuel Card and Credit Card We provide Operators with fuel cards and credit cards to charge company expenses.
  • Paid Time Off  
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health Insurance We offer health insurance at a cost of $54/month for the employee portion of the basic plan. We also offer buy up plan options that have lower deductibles.
  • Vision Insurance We pay 100% of employee premiums
  • Dental Insurance We pay 25% of employee premiums
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Employees are given the option to contribute a portion of their earnings, pre-tax, into a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). They can use the funds contributed to their account to pay for qualified medical or dependent care expenses that are not covered by insurance.
  • Voluntary Insurance We offer a voluntary insurance program for Critical Illness, Accident Protection, Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)With this benefit program, employees and members of their household can receive free, confidential counseling services   to help work through both personal and professional issues.
  • 401k We match 100% of the first 3% of your salary that you contribute, and 50% of the amount that exceeds 3%, up to 5% of your annual earnings. In addition, ARI may make a profit-sharing contribution to your account at the end of the plan year.
ARI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or other bases prohibited by applicable law.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Apprenticeship, Remote job, Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs

SILVERBACK COFFEE OF RWANDA

Coffee Roaster Job at SILVERBACK COFFEE OF RWANDA

 ...Silverback Coffee of Rwanda is looking for a PART TIME coffee roaster to join our 2 person team. We are located in Los Angeles, CA. 90015 Our ideal candidate is attentive, self motivated, hard-working and clean - Must have some coffee roasting experience. Responsibilities... 

Sanford Health

EMT - Ambulance | Fargo - Full Time Job at Sanford Health

 ...Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint...  ...the communities that we serve, utilizing Computer Aided Dispatch software that incorporates...  ...time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about... 

Lovett Inc

Directional Drill Foreman Job at Lovett Inc

 ...Do you have experience in directional or horizontal drill services and operation? Looking for the next step to advance your career ? If so, a place on LOVETT Service's Drill team as a Drill Foreman may be a perfect fit for you! Lovett Inc. has been servicing... 

Mosaic

Specialized Home Provider - Liberal, KS Job at Mosaic

 ...area set-up with a TV for him to watch his favorite cartoons (Batman, Superman, Puppy Dog Pals). Able to facilitate his enjoyment of outdoor activities, such as sitting outside and observing the surroundings. Assist him with mobility using his walker. Male client 2 seeks... 

PacifiCorp

Student Engineer, Salt Lake City, UT #113026 Job at PacifiCorp

 ...and recommendations. Proficient with the use of personal computers and automated tools. Average hours of work per week not to...  ...Construction, Civil Engineer, Power Systems, Equity, Intern, Engineering, Energy, Finance, Entry Level PIfff5e3f7caf2-30492-36263601...