Blaster Lead - Safe, Precise Field Detonations

Quick Supply Co. Explosives Services; Stony Point (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with match

Job summary

Quick Supply Co. Explosives Services is seeking a Blaster to lead or assist in design, layout, preparation and detonation of blasts at customer sites. The role emphasizes safety, compliance and strong customer partnerships.

Responsibilities include planning blasts, coordinating with the crew, verifying drill patterns, and completing field reports. Candidates should have 4–5 years blasting experience, a Blasting License, and be able to obtain CDL Hazmat/Tanker endorsements. Apply now.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years blasting experience in the explosives industry.
• Must possess a current Blasting License.
• Must be able to meet ATF eligibility requirements as Employee Possessor.
• Ability to lead effectively and communicate professionally.
• Efficient with Microsoft Outlook, blasting software and equipment.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and perform physically strenuous work on a daily basis, including lifting 50+ pounds of product and material, pulling hoses, stooping, bending, climbing, shoveling.
• Ability to obtain CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements to support site operations.
• Available to work long hours as needed to meet customer objectives.

Responsibilities

• Safety and compliance must be the first priority.
• Develop blast plan to maximize performance to meet customer requirements.
• Participate in blast crew meetings to coordinate responsibilities and safety protocols.
• Work with crew to verify performance and provide feedback.
• Review drill logs to verify drill pattern.
• Load explosives in blast holes by hand; direct drivers to load holes from bulk trucks.
• Verify completion of pre-blast inspections to ensure a safe blast area and detonation.
• Detonate blast, if blaster-in-charge.
• Complete all required paperwork including field blast reports and magazine inventory reports.
• Communicate with site managers and customers to develop strong partnerships.
• Additional duties as needed to provide optimal blasting services and efficient site operations.

Skills

Blasting experience

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Microsoft Outlook

Physical stamina

Education

Blasting License

CDL with Hazmat/Tanker endorsements

Tools

Blasting software

Job description

Quick Supply Co. Explosives Services is seeking a Blaster to lead or assist in design, layout, preparation and detonation of blasts at customer sites. The role emphasizes safety, compliance and strong customer partnerships.

Responsibilities include planning blasts, coordinating with the crew, verifying drill patterns, and completing field reports. Candidates should have 4–5 years blasting experience, a Blasting License, and be able to obtain CDL Hazmat/Tanker endorsements. Apply now.