Blaster

Davita Inc.; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dyno Nobel is seeking a Blaster to design, prepare, and detonate explosives. The role involves leading a blast crew, ensuring safety compliance, and enhancing customer profitability through strong relationships. Candidates should possess significant experience and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Benefits

3 weeks vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO

Full health benefits including HSA contributions

401k match plus contributions based on years of service

Tuition reimbursement and paid parental leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related explosives industry experience.
• 1+ year of increasing professional or technical responsibility.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead blast crew and oversee all aspects of blasting.
• Manage electronic blasting reports and inventory records.
• Promote Zero Harm by observing safety procedures and reporting unsafe conditions.

Skills

Team player

Customer Focus

Safety Procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lazer system

Job description

Job Brief

Design, layout, prepare, and detonate planned explosive-related blasts with correct products, measured quantities, safe application, and effective use of explosives in alignment with the Service Operations Manual.

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in the commercial explosives industry. We provide innovative blasting solutions and quality explosives products throughout North America, Australia, and selected customers in the Asia Pacific.

Join us in everything that's great about Dyno Nobel: OUR culture, OUR values, OUR commitment to safety, and most importantly, our PEOPLE. This combination makes Dyno Nobel a terrific place to work.

Dyno Nobel is a subsidiary of Australian-based Incitec Pivot Limited. IPL's 4,500 employees also manufacture and market industrial chemicals, fertilizers, and related services worldwide.

What You'll Do

As a Blaster, you will design, layout, prepare, and detonate blasts using correct products, measured quantities, safe application, and effective explosives to meet customer and business requirements. You will lead the blast crew and provide on-the-job training to Blasters in Training. Other duties include:

• Lead blast crew, overseeing all aspects of blasting including safety, layout, preparation, and detonation according to business and customer requirements.
• Operate and direct work in compliance with company policies, SOPs, work site, regulatory, and safety policies.
• Use and implement DN products, applications, competitor products, blasting practices, and mining/quarry principles.
• Understand and improve service requirements to enhance customer profitability.
• Participate in local Incident Review Boards.
• Manage and complete electronic blasting reports, inventory records, and other documentation.
• Use LAZER system for accurate inventory and product usage.
• Design blast patterns to deliver accurate and efficient outcomes based on requirements.
• Investigate product complaints and poor-performing blasts, escalating issues as needed, and sharing findings to support continuous improvement.
• Promote Zero Harm by observing safety procedures, reporting unsafe conditions, and using equipment properly.
• Support regional development of expertise in Value-In-Use products, electronic detonators, emulsions, and blasting technology.
• Assist in increasing market position and revenue through customer relationships and sales efforts.
• Develop professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders to meet objectives and add value.
• Respond professionally and promptly to business requests and issues.

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years of related explosives industry experience.
• 1+ year of increasing professional or technical responsibility.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Willingness to undergo and pass an ATF background check.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, team player.

What We Offer:

• 3 weeks vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO.
• Full health benefits, including HSA contributions, dental, and wellness coaching.
• Up to 4% 401k match plus additional contributions based on years of service.
• Tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and supportive coworkers.

Our core values include Zero Harm, Respect & Recognition, Customer Focus, Ownership, Community & Environment Care, Innovation, and Integrity.

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.