Blaster Apprentice: Outdoor Field-Blasting Career & Training

Aggregate Resource Industries; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 35,818,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Company Paid Lodging

Paid travel-time

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Voluntary Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401k

Job summary

Aggregate Resource Industries (ARI), based in Springfield, Oregon, seeks a Blaster Apprentice for hands-on training in drilling and blasting. The role supports blast prep, explosive handling, vibration monitoring, and equipment operation while developing technical skills for a blasting career.

Travel across the Pacific Northwest and extended rotations may be required. The position is outdoors, team-based, and offers a full benefits package with competitive hourly wages, 401k, health, vision, and

Qualifications

• Must embrace ARI values of integrity, teamwork, grit, and continuous improvement.
• Eagerness to pursue ongoing training and development.
• Strong verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Commitment to safety and adhering to procedures.
• Flexible and reliable in changing project environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with blast preparation to ensure execution according to the Blast Plan.
• Handle, load, and detonate explosives for controlled blasting.
• Place and pack stemming materials to confine detonations.
• Assist in setup and monitoring of seismograph equipment.
• Operate support equipment for loading explosives.
• Assist in drone footage capture of blasting operations.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and equipment.
• Perform pre- and post-blast safety checks and material handling.
• Participate in weekly team meetings to align with schedule and goals.

Skills

Values-Driven

Willingness to learn

Communication

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Job description

Aggregate Resource Industries (ARI), based in Springfield, Oregon, seeks a Blaster Apprentice for hands-on training in drilling and blasting. The role supports blast prep, explosive handling, vibration monitoring, and equipment operation while developing technical skills for a blasting career.

Travel across the Pacific Northwest and extended rotations may be required. The position is outdoors, team-based, and offers a full benefits package with competitive hourly wages, 401k, health, vision, and