Construction Laborer — Training, Travel & Growth

Maine Drilling & Blasting; Gainesville (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting is seeking a Laborer-Construction to support field operations along the east coast. You will follow supervision instructions, participate in safety meetings, and help with blasting-related tasks.

This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and physical endurance; valid driver's license required, ability to pass pre-employment tests, and willingness to travel. Starting pay is $18–$20 per hour with travel allowance, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License with good driving record and own transportation.
• Must pass pre-employment physical & drug screen.
• Must pass criminal background check for ATF.
• Experience with construction laborer helpful, but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Company Safety procedures and policies
• Submit the following records to Blaster/Foreman on a Weekly basis: Accurate and Signed Time Card
• Ability to quickly learn safety aspects of working construction sites and working around explosives
• Ability to take direction and perform construction laboring activities
• Ability to work unsupervised occasionally
• Pump blast holes dry with water pump
• Load and unload explosives from truck
• Carry buckets of stemming stone to stem blast holes
• Maintain clean and organize job site
• Participate in monthly Foreman, periodic safety and job meetings as needed
• Participate in daily heads up safety meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Driver's license

Driving record clean

Pre-employment physical

Drug test

ATF background check

Construction laborer exp helpful

Willingness to learn

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting is seeking a Laborer-Construction to support field operations along the east coast. You will follow supervision instructions, participate in safety meetings, and help with blasting-related tasks.

This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and physical endurance; valid driver's license required, ability to pass pre-employment tests, and willingness to travel. Starting pay is $18–$20 per hour with travel allowance, plus benefits.