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Blast Hole Driller

Mariana Minerals· Plant Operations
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Moab, UTFull-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Blast Hole Driller operates production drill rigs at an open-pit copper mine, focusing on safe, accurate drilling to plan, equipment care, and adherence to health, safety and environmental standards. Open-pit blast hole experience is ideal; candidates from underground, reverse circulation (RC) or diamond core backgrounds are welcome. Hands-on role with heavy equipment, safety-first mindset, and potential for operating autonomously with training.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate a blast hole drill rig in line with site procedures, manufacturer specs and MSHA requirements
  • Drill production holes to plan, holding the right hole locations, depths and angles
  • Do thorough pre-start inspections, routine servicing and basic troubleshooting to keep downtime low
  • Monitor and adjust drilling parameters such as air pressure, rotation speed and penetration rate
  • Keep accurate drill logs and daily production reports
  • Recognize changes in ground conditions and flag them to supervisors and blasting crews
  • Work closely with blasters, operators and supervisors to keep the pit moving
  • Help out on other heavy equipment as needed (training provided)
  • Keep the drill bench and equipment area clean and organized
  • Handle equipment breakdowns and emergencies with a calm, safety-first approach

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of drilling experience, ideally as an open-pit blast hole driller
  • Underground, reverse circulation (RC) or diamond core drillers are encouraged to apply
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and a solid understanding of drilling techniques and equipment
  • Heavy equipment experience is a strong plus
  • Real commitment to safety
  • Valid driver's license; CDL is a plus

Skills

Required:drillingsafety

Benefits

  • Housing & Relocation: Housing and relocation assistance options are available.
Last updated Oct 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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