Arcosa Aggregates is seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Assistant Driller to support our mineral exploration activities. This role assists the driller in safely and efficiently operating exploration drill rigs used in the discovery and evaluation of aggregate resources. The Assistant Driller plays a vital role in core recovery, sample collection, equipment maintenance, and site safety.
Day to Day
- Actively promote safety awareness and continuous improvement through positive recognition
- Comply with all industry safety rules, procedures and applicable government regulations
- Perform daily pre-shift equipment and workplace inspections to maintain equipment performance
- The ability to operate one piece of mobile equipment (skid steer, haul truck, farm tractor, rubber tire backhoe, etc.)
- Assist in the setup, operation, and breakdown of drilling rigs and associated equipment
- Support the driller in conducting rotary, core, and auger drilling methods
- Handle and transport drill rods, casing, and core samples
- Ensure accurate labeling and storage of samples for geological analysis
- Perform routine maintenance and inspections of drilling equipment
- Maintain a clean and organized job site and comply with all company and regulatory safety standards
- Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment at drilling sites
- Monitor drilling parameters and support record-keeping activities
- Operate support vehicles and machinery as needed
- Participate in safety meetings and contribute to hazard identification and reporting
- Maintain strong communications with other plant employees and operators
- Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned
About You
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to travel and occasionally work on/through weekends
- Ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, and lift weights up to 60 lbs.
- Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks up to 60 ft high
- Ability to work in various outdoor conditions
- Willingness to learn how to operate drill rigs and train as a driller over time
Preferred Certifications and Skills
- Drilling Experience
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Mechanical Experience
- First Aid/CPR
- MSHA Certification
- Class A or B CDL
- Welding and Fabrication
Working Conditions and Physical Environment: While most equipment has air conditioning, there may be times when responsibilities require periods of work in hot, cold, wet, dry, and dusty conditions
Benefits
Arcosa is proud to offer competitive benefits and programs to help you and your family meet your healthcare and retirement planning needs. The various benefits offered to employees based on eligibility may include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 401K with Employer Match
- 11 paid Company holidays
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Discount Programs
- Professional Training and Development Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within!
The above statements describe the general nature and responsibilities of the position. All employees may be required to perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.
Arcosa Aggregates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We activate the potential of our people, care for our customers, optimize operations, integrate sustainability, and promote a results-driven culture aligned with long term value creation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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What We Do
Arcosa, Inc. is a provider of infrastructure-related products and solutions with leading brands serving construction, engineered structures, and transportation markets. Our individual businesses have built reputations for quality, service, and operational excellence over decades. Arcosa serves a broad spectrum of infrastructure-related markets and is strategically focused on driving organic and disciplined acquisition growth to capitalize on the fragmented nature of many of the industries in which we operate. With Arcosa’s current platform of businesses and additional growth opportunities, we are well- aligned with key market trends, such as the replacement and growth of aging transportation infrastructure, the continued shift to renewable power generation, and the expansion of new transmission, distribution, and telecommunications infrastructure. Our common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol ACA.
