BLASTER - PHILIPSBURG

WAMPUM HARDWARE CO; Philipsburg, Wampum (Centre County, PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wampum Hardware Co. in Philipsburg, PA is seeking a Blaster in Charge to lead blasting operations on various sites.

The role involves safety audits, reading drill logs, measuring holes, loading and detonating shots, and completing post-blast documentation in coordination with the blast crew and site management. The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma, the ability to work outdoors in all weather, and a valid Blaster license with CDL credentials as required at certain sites.

Qualifications

• Outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs regularly.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Valid CDL Class A or B license (and clean driving record) preferred at some locations.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at job site ready to work, often driving to the site.
• Evaluate area for safety, read drill logs, measure holes and lay out products.
• Communicate with site management and blast crew to keep everyone informed.
• Load holes as designed, detonate the shot, and complete post-blast audit and paperwork.
• As Blaster in Charge, coordinate with customer to meet needs while prioritizing safety.

Skills

Outdoor work in all weather

Lift up to 60 lbs

Strong team-working skills

CDL Class A or B

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Wampum Hardware Co - Philipsburg - Philipsburg, PA 16866, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Job Category: Construction,

This position involves being outside in all weather conditions, lifting and carrying up to 60 pounds of product and other materials as needed, and frequently requires squatting and bending.

As a new employee, you will complete a 24-hour or 8-hour MSHA Part-48 training course with one of our instructors, be given Hazmat training, and a road test. You will often complete a 10-hour OSHA course and be trained on various State requirements. We want you to know how we operate.

Your normal day will start off by arriving at each job site ready to get to work. In some cases, you will go directly to the job, in others you may need to drive a truck to the site. Once on the job you will evaluate the area for safety concerns, read the drill log, measure holes, ensure products are laid out and communicate with the site management and your blast crew to keep everyone informed.

You and your crew will load the holes as designed and detonate the shot. Once you fire the shot you will complete a post blast audit and complete your paperwork.

As the Blaster in Charge, we expect you to be in charge. So, work with the customer to ensure both their and our needs are met but remember, safety is always a priority.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Physical ability to lift, up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Valid Blaster license for the State operating in.
• Valid Class-A or Class-B CDL license and clean driving record is highly preferred and required at some locations.
• Hazmat, tanker, and air brake endorsements are highly preferred and required at some locations, (we can help you get there). Endorsements must be obtained within 90-days of employment.
• Your CDL should allow you to operate manual and automatic transmissions.
• Must meet requirements of all State and Federal explosive laws and qualify as an ATF explosive possessor.
• Successfully pass pre-employment drug screen, DOT physical, and background checks conducted by Wampum Hardware and the ATF.
• Have strong team-working skills.
• Ability to follow all of Wampum Hardware Co policies and procedures.