Quarrying Specialist

1 week ago


Anniston, Alabama, United States Army National Guard Full time
Job Title: Quarrying Specialist About the Job: As a Quarrying Specialist in the Army National Guard, you'll play a crucial role in extracting and processing natural resources for construction projects. Your expertise will involve operating heavy machinery, such as rock crushers and screening equipment, to produce gravel and stones for various applications. Key Responsibilities: • Operate air compressors, pneumatic tools, hydraulic-powered rock drills, rock crushers, and screening equipment • Run the support equipment during crushing and screening (e.g. generators, conveyors, light sets, and pumps) Skills and Qualifications: • Strong understanding of construction principles and geological materials • Ability to operate heavy machinery and equipment • Familiarity with explosives and blasting techniques Benefits: • Paid training and education assistance • Opportunities for career advancement and specialization • Competitive salary and benefits package • Opportunities for travel and deployment Requirements: • Military enlistment in the Army National Guard • Must be at least 17 years old and meet citizenship requirements • Must pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards Training and Development: • 10 weeks of Basic Training • 7 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT) • Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development Join the Army National Guard: • Earn a steady income while learning valuable skills • Gain experience and build a career in a dynamic and rewarding field • Serve your country and community while developing your skills and expertise

  • Anniston, AL, United States Army National Guard Full time

    As a Quarrying Specialist in the Army National Guard, you’ll move mountains, reducing massive rocks to rubble to create gravel and stones for construction projects using explosives and heavy machinery. The quarrying process begins with blasting rock, and ends with delivering the finished product to a construction site. In between, rock usually goes through...