Entry Level Blast Crew Team Member

Austin Powder; North Carolina; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder in North Carolina is seeking a motivated worker for outdoor first-shift duties involving manual labor and material handling. You will assist the supervisor, gather supplies, and operate basic tools around heavy equipment while maintaining safety and reporting issues.

The role requires lifting 50+ pounds, working in all weather conditions, and meeting ATF explosive possessors criteria; reliable transportation is essential. E-Verify participation applies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet State and Federal explosive laws and qualify as ATF explosive possessor.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to work outside in all weather and lift 50+ pounds.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as a team member and perform manual labor for the shift.
• Assist the site supervisor with materials and equipment needs and help collect supplies.
• Use material handling equipment and tools around heavy construction equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and report safety concerns.
• Load/unload 40-60 pound product bags or boxes from company trucks.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Reading & following procedures

Basic math

Safety awareness

ATF explosive possessor eligibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Material handling equipment

Job description

Join the Family - Come work for an exciting company offering great benefits, challenging opportunities, and colleagues who feel more like family.Key Responsibilities and DutiesWork collaboratively as a team member and perform manual labor for the duration of the shift.Assist the site supervisor or Blaster in Charge with the materials and equipment needs and help collect supplies as requested.Use material handling equipment and tools including shovels, hand tools, power tools and work around heavy construction equipment.Maintain a clean, safe working environment and report any employee, customer or safety concerns to the Blaster in Charge or Location Manager.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredSkills, Knowledge, and AbilitiesAbility to work non-traditional first shift hours generally starting early.This position involves being outside in all weather conditions, lifting and carrying 50+ pounds of product and other materials, and frequently squatting and bending.Perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply and divide) to count inventory, verify inventoryAbility to work outside in all weather conditionsStrong team-oriented mentalityAbility to read and interpret documents, product information, maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.Able to learn to identify products by classification through visible inspection.QualificationsMust meet requirements of all State and Federal explosive laws and qualify as an ATF explosive possessorReliable transportationMust be a minimum of 18 years of age as required by the ATFWork Environment and Physical DemandsAbility to work outside in all weather conditions.Outdoor climate and terrain.Exposure to dust, noise, oils and other mining elements.Position requires the ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel and hand/finger dexterity to operate controls/tools.Loads and unloads 40-60 pound product bags or boxes from company trucks. Unloading may require repeatedly carrying product/boxes.Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.