Blast Crew / General Laborer

RPMGlobal; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Blast Crew Helper, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring safety and efficiency in explosive operations. This position involves operating auxiliary equipment, assisting skilled operators, and adhering to strict safety protocols. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this role offers a supportive environment where your contributions will help shape the future of blasting technology. Enjoy generous benefits, including vacation time and health coverage, while working alongside a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional service to customers in various industries. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

3 weeks vacation

12 paid holidays

Full health benefits

401k match up to 4%

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Must be 21 years or older and able to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate auxiliary equipment and assist with explosive product preparation.
• Maintain safe working conditions and report hazards.

Skills

Manual Labor

Safety Management

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Hand Tools

Winches

Job description

Starting pay is $19 per hour

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As a member of our Blast Crew, you will operate auxiliary equipment and assist equipment operators in the maintenance of site equipment and the loading, mixing, unloading, and preparation of explosive products for the customer. Available as a Blast Crew Helper reporting to Blaster in Charge when dispatched to a customer site. Other duties will include:

1. Proactively manage risks and safety issues and practice Take 5! process.
2. Operate auxiliary equipment in support of equipment operators, including forklifts, winches, and hand tools to provide timely, safe, and high-quality product and service to the customer.
3. Complete and report pre and post use reports for all equipment that is operated.
4. Report required maintenance of any equipment required to assure its reliability and safe operation.
5. Assist Equipment Operators and Blasters at the blast site to safely serve the customer.
6. Follow all safety procedures and maintain safe working conditions in the shop, while operating equipment, and while on blast sites to protect personal safety and the safety of others.
7. Maintain safe working procedures at any site that you are dispatched to.
8. Report all incidents and hazardous conditions to appropriate supervisors.
9. Support the implementation of all policies improving the quality of blasting services and limiting liability exposure related to the blast event.
10. Familiarize and comply with appropriate areas of the HSE Management System, Safe Standard Operating Procedures, and Work Instructions.
11. Proactively support Safety programs by participating in training and safety meetings.

What We’re Looking For:

1. Good work habits. Prior manual labor experience preferred.
2. Ability to organize, prioritize and be flexible on several projects simultaneously.
3. Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player.
4. Minimum age requirement is 21.
5. MUST be able to obtain a possessor of explosives license and pass an ATF background check.

What We Offer:

1. 3 weeks vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO days.
2. Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available.
3. Up to a 4% 401k match.
4. A generous tuition reimbursement program.
5. General paid parental leave.
6. Friendly and supportive coworkers.

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Women and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.