Rock Drill Apprentice

Join our team and help build the infrastructure of our community! This is a great entry-level opportunity for those interested in construction and skilled trades. We offer on-the-job training and opportunities for career advancement as well as great benefits and a fun team atmosphere. Every day is spent in the great outdoors and no two job sites are the same. The ideal candidate has humility and the willingness to learn, and wants to be part of a team to accomplish things bigger than they could on their own.

McCallum Rock Drilling (MRD) is a rock drilling and blasting contractor based out of Chehalis, WA, that has been in business since 1988. MRD operates in commercial quarries, timberlands and construction sites throughout the Western US.

We are hiring for a Rock Drill Apprentice to join our team. A Rock Drill Apprentice will spend most of their time learning how to safely and productively operate a rock drill machine. An apprentice will typically spend the first 3-6 months training on a stand beside machine or a cab machine with an experienced operator. This is a great opportunity for someone that is eager to pursue a career operating heavy equipment. The ideal candidate will be physically fit and willing to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be willing to travel and stay out of town when needed. If you have a great attitude, love to work hard, and are eager to build a career operating equipment, send us a resume today!

Minimum skills and qualifications include: 

• Valid driver's license with proof of insurance 


• Able to pass pre-employment drug test 


• Clean driving record (no more than three moving violations within the last three years)


• Clean background (no felonies)


• Reliable transportation to our base shop in Chehalis, WA


• Must have positive attitude and strong work ethic 


• Must be a team player 


• At least 1-3 years of prior construction and/or mining experience


• At least one year of operating experience strongly desired 


• Ability to work an occasional Saturday 


• Must currently reside within 30 minutes of Chehalis shop 

Benefits include: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (100% paid for the employee)


• 401k Option (4% match)


• PTO (accrual based)


• Paid Holidays 


• Employee Referral Bonus Program 


• Career Advancement Opportunities 


• 40-50+ hours/week expected during spring and summer 


• Hourly Rate: $21.00 - $25.00