Construction Blaster Apprentice – Start Your Career

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc in Winchester, VA is seeking a Blaster Trainee-Construction to assist the Blaster with daily drilling and blasting activities and learn blasting techniques on the job.

This on-the-job apprenticeship covers safety policies, equipment setup, and production scheduling, with travel as needed and potential licensing. The position pays $23-$28 per hour, DOE, and offers the company's employee-owned benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma.
• At least two years experience with drills and explosives.
• Ability to travel out of town and obtain blasting licenses.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Blaster in charge with coordinating daily drilling and blasting activities.
• Trains to be proficient in blasting techniques.
• Develops understanding of explosives product use and applications.
• Assists Blaster with maintaining the daily blasting production schedule.
• Assists Blaster with site security.
• Follows safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Explosives handling

Education

High School Degree

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc in Winchester, VA is seeking a Blaster Trainee-Construction to assist the Blaster with daily drilling and blasting activities and learn blasting techniques on the job.

This on-the-job apprenticeship covers safety policies, equipment setup, and production scheduling, with travel as needed and potential licensing. The position pays $23-$28 per hour, DOE, and offers the company's employee-owned benefits and training opportunities.