Blast Technician

Mccallum-Rock-Drilling-Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (100%

401k with company match

PTO

Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

40-50+ hours per week

Job summary

McCallum Rock Drilling seeks a full-time Blast Technician based in Boise, Idaho. The role focuses on boretraking and safely operating a drone to develop accurate 3D models for drilling and blasting.

The technician will conduct GPS surveys to determine rock elevations and support drilling plans. The ideal candidate has a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Qualifications

• Boretraking for borehole deviation in rock pits, construction sites, and mining operations.
• Ability to create and develop 3D models using different software.
• Operate a drone safely and efficiently and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all MRD safety policies and procedures.
• Boretraking for borehole deviation in rock pits, construction sites, and mining operations.
• Operate a drone safely and efficiently.
• Obtain FAA Part 107 license within one month if not already held.
• Create and develop 3D models using different software.
• Communicate effectively with field personnel and management.
• Work early mornings and long days.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.

Skills

Boretraking

Drone operation

GPS surveying

3D modeling

Safety compliance

Communication

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Self-starter

Basic computer knowledge

Tools

Drone

Job description

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, surface mines, timberlands and construction sites throughout the Western US.

MRD is seeking a full-time Blast Technician that will be based in Boise, Idaho. The main responsibility of a Blast Technician consists of boretraking and flying a drone to develop 3D models, that will be used for drilling and blasting purposes. Using GPS equipment, The Blast Technician will conduct surveys to determine rock elevation. The Blast Technician will train with a senior Blast Technician and will learn how to survey existing ground/bench elevations, establish drill patterns, calculate cut depths, bench heights, and floor elevations. Blast Technicians will also be utilized for quality control, to help resolve production or layout problems that could arise.

Our ideal candidate will have a clean driving record, can successfully pass a pre-employment drug test, zero criminal background, and willing to travel. If you are genuinely passionate about software, technology and working outdoors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and highly reputable company!

Minimum responsibilities include:

• Complies with all MRD safety policies and procedures
• Boretraking for borehole deviation in rock pits, construction sites, and mining operations
• Expected to operate a drone safely and efficiently
• Must have FAA Part 107 license (If not, he/she must be willing to obtain 107 within one month of employment)
• Ability to create and develop 3D models using different software
• Maintains professionalism and ability to work closely with drillers, blasters, project managers and customers
• Ability to communicate effectively with field personnel and management
• Ability to work early mornings and long days
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions
• Expected to produce results with little to no supervision

Minimum skills and qualifications include:

• Valid Driver's License
• Reliable transportation to the job site outside of Boise, Idaho
• Clean driving record (no more than 3 violations within last 3 years)
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test
• Clean criminal background (ATF Criminal Background Check)
• Ability to travel (overnight stay in a hotel occasionally)
• Must be a self starter
• Great attention to detail
• Self-motivated, desire to learn, and ability to adapt
• Basic computer and software knowledge

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (100% paid for employee)
• 401k Option (4% Company Match)
• PTO (Paid Time Off/Vacation)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• 40-50+ hours per week
• Hourly Rate: $21.00 - $25.00