Drill Operator *$25-$30 per hour

Job Brief

Operate applicable drill equipment in a safe, reliable, timely and professional manner. Assist the operator in the safe operation of the drill rig and drill truck.

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in the commercial explosives industry. We provide innovative blasting solutions and quality explosives products throughout North America, Australia and selected customers in the Asia Pacific.

Join us in everything that’s great about Dyno Nobel: OUR culture, OUR values, OUR commitment to safety, and most importantly our PEOPLE. This combination makes Dyno Nobel a terrific place to work.

Dyno Nobel is a subsidiary of Australian-based Incitec Pivot Limited. IPL's 4500 employees also manufacture and market industrial chemicals and fertilizer products & services to customers around the world.

What You’ll Do

As the Drill Operator, you will operate applicable drill equipment in a safe, reliable, timely and professional manner. Assist the operator in the safe operation of the drill rig and drill truck including cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. Train with trainer to operate drills. Other duties include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure compliance with applicable Company HSE Performance Standards, MSHA, Cal OSHA, as well as applicable acts and regulations
• Knowledge and compliance to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to maintain safe working conditions on and near the drill site to assure that all drill crew members and others follow all safety and regulatory procedures.
• Prepare and maintain all records and reports concerning drilling activities, including safety, in order to assure accurate billing, regulatory compliance and performance history.
• Comply with mandates in support of the implementation of all policies improving the quality of drilling services and limiting liability exposure related to drilling activities.
• Maintain safe working conditions and assure that all crew members and others on the site follow all safety and regulatory procedures and practices to ensure a safe and successful event.
• Ability to work accurately with numbers and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Maintain Drills and Drill trucks. Ensure they are equipped with all supplies needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience
• Mechanical, drilling, and/or related industry work experience is a plus
• Technical:
• Thorough knowledge of drilling techniques and industry standards/practices
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and to communicate in writing and verbally
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Knowledge of SDS/Fuels, Oils, Chemicals

What We Offer:

• 3 weeks vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• Up to a 4% 401k match PLUS additional company contribution from 1% to 5% based on years of service
• Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Women and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.