Blaster

Quick Supply Co. Explosives Services; Nashville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flex spending

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with match

Job summary

Quick Supply Co. Explosives Services is seeking a Blaster to design, lay out, prepare and detonate blasts at client sites while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

You may lead or assist in blasting operations and coordinate with site managers for optimal results. The role requires 4–5 years of blasting experience, a valid blasting license, ATF eligibility, and the ability to obtain a CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of blasting experience in the explosives industry.
• Current Blasting License.
• Meet ATF eligibility requirements as an Employee Possessor.
• Lead effectively and communicate professionally.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, blasting software, and equipment.
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions and perform physically strenuous work daily, including lifting 50+ pounds, pulling hoses, stooping, bending, climbing, and shoveling.
• Ability to obtain a CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements to support site operations.
• Availability to work long hours as needed to meet customer objectives.

Responsibilities

• Safety and compliance are a priority in all daily responsibilities.
• Develop blast plans to maximize blast performance and meet customer requirements.
• Conduct or participate in blast crew meetings to coordinate responsibilities and address safety protocols.
• Work with blast crew to verify performance, providing feedback as needed.
• Review drill logs to verify drill patterns.
• Load explosives manually in blast holes and direct drivers to load holes from bulk trucks.
• Verify completion of pre‑blast inspections to ensure a safe blast area and successful detonation.
• Detonate the blast when acting as blaster‑in‑charge.
• Complete all required paperwork, including field blast reports and magazine inventory reports.
• Communicate with site managers and customers regularly to develop strong partnerships.
• Perform additional duties as needed to provide optimal blasting services and efficient site operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Blasting software

General blasting equipment

Job description

Position Overview

As our Blaster, you will directly lead or assist in the design, layout, preparation and detonation of blasts at customer locations to meet established customer requirements while ensuring safety and compliance on the job.

Responsibilities

• Safety and compliance are a priority in all daily responsibilities.
• Develop blast plans to maximize blast performance and meet customer requirements.
• Conduct or participate in blast crew meetings to coordinate responsibilities and address safety protocols.
• Work with blast crew to verify performance, providing feedback as needed.
• Review drill logs to verify drill patterns.
• Load explosives manually in blast holes and direct drivers to load holes from bulk trucks.
• Verify completion of pre‑blast inspections to ensure a safe blast area and successful detonation.
• Detonate the blast when acting as blaster‑in‑charge.
• Complete all required paperwork, including field blast reports and magazine inventory reports.
• Communicate with site managers and customers regularly to develop strong partnerships.
• Perform additional duties as needed to provide optimal blasting services and efficient site operations.

Qualifications

• 4‑5 years of blasting experience in the explosives industry.
• Current Blasting License.
• Meet ATF eligibility requirements as an Employee Possessor.
• Lead effectively and communicate professionally.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, blasting software, and equipment.
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions and perform physically strenuous work daily, including lifting 50+ pounds, pulling hoses, stooping, bending, climbing, and shoveling.
• Ability to obtain a CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements to support site operations.
• Availability to work long hours as needed to meet customer objectives.

Pay and Benefits

We offer a competitive starting pay rate based on experience and a generous benefits package including paid‑time off, holiday pay, medical, dental, vision, flex spending, life and accidental death insurance, short and long‑term disability, legal services, identity theft protection, critical illness coverage, employee assistance, accident insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a generous match.

About the Company

Quick Supply Co. has serviced mining, quarrying, and construction customers with integrity and expertise for over eight decades. Our goal is to partner with our customers to ensure optimal blasting outcomes while placing safety at the forefront of our day‑to‑day operations. Quick Supply Co. is a nationally recognized family‑owned and locally operated company.

Additional Information

Active‑Duty Military/Veterans encouraged to apply! Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Applicants must also be able to pass a background check, have a clean Motor Vehicle Report, and pass Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) pre‑employment screening requirements. Continued employment will be based on the results of these reports.