Air Track Drill Operator

STG Inc
AK, AK Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 3/24/2024 CLOSED ON 4/22/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Air Track Drill Operator position at STG Inc?

STG Inc Temporary Air-Track Drill Operator Multiple Jobsites in Alaska Pay Range: $40 - $60 per hour Why choose us? Our founding company was built more than 50 years ago and has a legacy of welcoming new employees with our commitment to provide the best place to work by inspiring flexibility for you to do your best work enjoying an adventurous and dynamic culture. What does STG Inc do? All our work is guided by our mission to support the sustainable development of rural Alaska through delivering superior construction services and management by providing the highest levels of professionalism, innovation, safety standards, and quality craftsmanship giving you a meaningful career. We have professional project management and logistics staff as well as highly skilled field personnel capable of performing all aspects of our projects. Our team plans, conducts all logistics, executes, and manages heavy industry construction projects across the state, supporting development in some of the most environmentally and logistically complex locations in the world. Some of our notable work, including wind energy installation, communication tower installation, diesel generation upgrades and community bulk fuel system upgrades have provided even the most remote communities with essential services. What can you expect? As the Air-Track Drill Operator, you must be highly skilled in drilling and/or blasting operations and perform general construction duties as part of the STG construction crew in extreme Alaskan conditions. You will perform trade for long hours, day after day, often in adverse conditions, to complete the project at hand. You will closely with a variety of other trades and are expected to take direction from the Project Foreman or other members of the Project Management team but also expected to take initiative and always keep busy with productive work while on the jobsite. How will you do it? Drill or bore holes in rock for blasting, grouting, anchoring, or building foundations. Select and attach drill bits and drill rods, adding more rods as hole depths increase, and changing drill bits and rods as needed. Perform routine maintenance and upgrade work on machines and equipment, such as replacing parts, building up drill bits and lubricating machinery. Operate controls to stabilize machines and to position and align drills. Regulate air pressure, rotary speed, water injection, and downward pressure, according to soil, rock or concrete being drilled. Accurately locate and maintain plumb or battered hole angles and straightness depending on application. Collaring holes/ mudding down-hole cracks to maintain loadable/groutable hole conditions. Operate machines to flush earth cuttings or to blow dust from holes. Maintain consistent and punctual attendance. Perform physical labor that requires considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body. NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsibility to report any incident, situation or activity that may affect the company’s ability to operate safely, ethically, and profitably to company Risk Manager. Application of a versatile construction skill set to assist other trades to meet project needs. Act as a team lead and mentor less experienced laborers. Proficiency with hand and power tools. Cooking and cleaning as necessary in the field quarters. Submitting all necessary paperwork to Project Management and Accounting in a timely manner. Keeping any required certifications up to date by law or company policy. Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. Perform other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Abilities you must have to be successful: All around knowledge of materials, terms, and practices in construction field Knowledge of and proficiency with air drills, compressors, and other hand and power tools, including ability to maintain and operate them. Skill in organizing resources, establishing priorities, meeting deadlines and general time management. Ability to work in a team environment, take direction from supervisor(s), high degree of attention to details, follow work rules, and adhere to project schedule. Ability to work productively under pressure. Strong self-motivation and work ethic; ability to work with or without direct supervision. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, regulations, instruction manuals, blueprints, and specifications. Ability to work as a team player with co-workers in a respectful and supportive manner as well as independently. Ability to properly wear PPE and abide by company and project-specific safety policies. Ability to live and work with co-workers in close quarters and keep good morale. Ability to participate in group meetings. Who is STG Inc. looking for? Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Prior work experience in construction industry, specifically with drilling and/or blasting operations in rural arctic environments. Valid state driver’s license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of STG’s Driving Policy. Ability to travel to remote places for work related purposes (up to 100% of time) and work a flexible schedule is required. Ability to pass a background screening drug testing. Preferred Qualifications: State of Alaska Certificate of Fitness as an Explosives Handler preferred. Knowledge of remote Alaska logistics and construction practices strongly preferred. Prior experience in Alaska’s rural construction industry is preferred. More reasons you will love working with STG Inc.: Competitive wages and bonus programs – We believe in developing our employees to progressively advance in their careers. We achieve this by providing you with annual performance reviews with recommendations on training to achieve your goals. Mentorship Program designed for employees to formalize a working relationship between seasoned professionals and young professionals to develop specific areas of knowledge to grow their careers within the family of companies. Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums. Dental and Vision Insurance. FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP. Employee Assistance Program for you and your family. Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D. Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, Short-term Disability, and Whole Life Insurance. Ten (10) paid holidays. *When regularly scheduled to work that day. 401k match at 50% up to 6% of your contribution. *Benefits may vary based on status of position and subject to associated plan eligibility provisions, or company handbook. For questions, please email the Human Resources Department at recruitment@calistabrice.com How do you apply? Please visit our careers page at www.calistabrice.com and select STG Inc. under the company tab. You have questions, or need assistance with applicant accommodation, how do you reach a recruiter from STG Inc.? Simply reach out to recruitment@calistabrice.com As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. Join us and let’s get started! For the full job description including physical and environmental demands please reach out to recruitment@calistabrice.com PREFERENCE STATEMENT Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g). EEO STATEMENT Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. Calista Brice owns 16 subsidiary companies in the construction industry. Our companies provide services for the entire project lifecycle--from professional engineering services, environmental services, and civil construction, to marine transportation, heavy equipment, and everything in between. We’ve successfully completed hundreds of complex projects across the U.S. and internationally. Visit our website to learn more: www.calistabrice.com. WHY CHOOSE US? Our family of companies work hard every day to take care of what matters most--our people. We offer comprehensive benefits for the betterment of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes competitive wages, paid time off, career development programs, 401k with company matching, tuition assistance, and a variety of insurance plan options for medical, dental, and vision. ABOUT OUR PARENT COMPANY Calista Brice is a proud subsidiary of Calista Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) with land covering western Alaska between the Yukon and Kuskokwim Rivers. Calista Corporation’s group of ANC companies are committed to advancing the social, cultural, and economic welfare of our shareholders in remote communities across Alaska.

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