Entry-Level Blast Crew Team Member

Austin Powder; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals to join their team as casual laborers. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn about safely handling explosives while working outdoors. With a strong focus on safety and a supportive work environment, you will engage in various physical labor activities, gaining hands-on experience and the chance for career advancement. Employees can transition to skilled professionals with the opportunity to obtain CDL licenses. Comprehensive benefits and a commitment to a safety-first culture make this an excellent opportunity for those looking to build a lasting career.

Benefits

Holiday Pay

Vacation Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and perform various physical labor activities.
• Ability to work with heavy equipment and handle materials safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform casual laborer activities under supervision.
• Stage products in the field and assist with loading/unloading.

Skills

Physical Labor

Safety Handling of Explosives

Inventory Management

Equipment Handling

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Description of the Job Opportunity

Are you looking to learn new skills that could build a career lasting well into your future? Do you enjoy being hands-on, working outdoors, and performing a variety of physical labor activities in a safety-first work culture?

What You Will Be Doing

• Perform casual laborer activities while working with an experienced professional team, learning all aspects of safely handling explosives, inventory management, loading, unloading, and moving products at our local distribution center and customer job sites.
• Work under the supervision of the Location Manager and Blaster In Charge, staging products in the field, performing general labor activities around heavy equipment, and handling materials using equipment, shovels, hand tools, and power tools (lifting up to 50 lbs).
• If you find satisfaction in completing a full day's work from Monday to Friday, Austin Powder could be a great fit for you!

What You Get

• Opportunity for advancement through programs that enable motivated Crew Members to obtain CDL licenses with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements, transitioning from casual labor to skilled professionals.
• Holiday Pay, Vacation Pay, and local, home nightly work (even after obtaining your CDL).
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending account, life insurance, AD&D insurance, short-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee referral program and a supportive work environment where safety is our priority.

Start building your future today by applying through our quick, mobile-friendly application process.

This contractor and subcontractor comply with applicable regulations (41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a)) ensuring non-discrimination and affirmative action in employment practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.