Construction Blaster Trainee: Explosives & Drilling

Mdandb; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting is seeking a Blaster Trainee-Construction to assist with daily drilling and blasting coordination at our site. This on-the-job trainee role requires some explosives experience and a willingness to learn blasting techniques, with job-site supervision and safety as a priority.

Pay starts at $25/hr and up, DOE, plus a daily travel stipend. Travel may be required, and the role includes training and progression opportunities within a majority employee-owned company

Qualifications

• Must have at least two years' experience working with drills and explosives, or previous military experience in explosive handling.
• Demonstrates basic blasting problem solving skills.
• Able to travel out of town as needed.
• Ability to obtain blasting licenses
• Must be able to pass ATF screenings

Responsibilities

• Assists the Blaster in charge with coordinating daily drilling & blasting activities
• Trains to be proficient in all areas of blasting techniques
• Develops a solid understanding of proper explosives product use and various applications
• Assists the Blaster with maintaining the daily blasting production schedule
• Assists the Blaster with site security
• Understands and follows company safety policies and procedures and performs work in a safe manner

Skills

Explosives handling experience

Travel readiness

Safety awareness

Education

High School Degree

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting is seeking a Blaster Trainee-Construction to assist with daily drilling and blasting coordination at our site. This on-the-job trainee role requires some explosives experience and a willingness to learn blasting techniques, with job-site supervision and safety as a priority.

Pay starts at $25/hr and up, DOE, plus a daily travel stipend. Travel may be required, and the role includes training and progression opportunities within a majority employee-owned company