Driller

Description

Palmetto Rock Services, Inc. was formed in 1992 as a specialty subcontractor based in Spartanburg, South Carolina to provide full service rock drilling and blasting services to the construction and mining industries in the Carolinas and Georgia.

Work Environment:

Work is performed outside in all types of environmental conditions. This position performs strenuous physical activity for long periods, under varying and adverse field conditions. This position must be able to lift, carry, stand, walk on uneven surfaces, manually manipulate, grasp, reach out and above the shoulder, climb, kneel, bend, twist, and push/pull.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pre/post shift inspection of equipment
• Operate the drill in a safe manner per the manufacturer's specifications
• Understand the drill pattern laid out by the blaster and drill holes to the correct depth
• Fill drill logs out correctly and communicate any issues or problems encountered while drilling
• Report drill footage and hours to the Project Manager, Quarry Manager, and Construction D&B Manager daily
• Train on multiple drill rigs

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Prior experience running heavy equipment preferred - willing to train
• OSHA & MSHA training preferred
• must have and maintain a valid driver's license
• must be willing and able to travel to other project sites throughout the Southeast US as needed

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K with company match
• PTO, holidays, and paid winter shutdown
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Cell phone allowance

About Palmetto Rock Services

For over 25 years, Palmetto Rock Services, Inc. has been providing expert contract drilling services for quarries, mines, construction sites, and more.

Whether to simply fragment rock which needs to be excavated or to prepare for a more complex controlled blast, we have truly mastered this highly-specialized skill. Palmetto Rock can handle the most challenging drilling projects with an unmatched level of safety and professionalism.