Heavy Equipment Operator​/Driller Trainee; Quarry

Overview

Heavy Equipment Operator/Driller Trainee (Quarry) —

Location:

Middletown, CT

Job Category:
Field

Requisition Number: HEAVY
010734

Posted:
March 6, 2026
• Full-Time

• Ability to perform job specific instruction provided by Superintendents, Blasting Supervisor or Drill Operators.
• Safety-minded; able to work well in varying weather environments.
• Out of town travel and overtime may be required.
• Perform daily maintenance activities required for safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment.
• Adhere to Company Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Learn drill patterns and terminology and execute drill pattern and layout as established by the Blaster Foreman.
• Inventory accessories, understand cost of accessories, maintenance drill accessories.
• Communicate problems and terrain conditions to the Blaster/Foreman.
• Understand the Field Accounting system and accurately complete and submit timely paperwork: drill reports, hole sheets, and a signed timecard.
• Coordinate supplies with Blaster; carry all tools and supplies.
• Participate in meetings as needed:
  Foreman s, Safety, Job Specific, and Daily Heads-Up.
• Complete Driller I training within designated period.
• Ability to work unsupervised while maintaining a sense of urgency.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Equipment operating experience is helpful (earth moving construction equipment, farm equipment, timber harvesting equipment, etc.).
• Valid Driver s License with own transportation.
• Experience as 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.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must successfully complete a background screening for ATF.

• Ability to perform essential functions of the position.
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs., 30–40% of the time.
• Work on uneven and loose surfaces in varying weather conditions.
• Stooping and bending 30–40% of the time.
• Physical agility.

In addition to our employer-contributed Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement program, we have a traditional Company matched 401(k), health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about or discussing pay, except as permitted by 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).