Entry Level Blast Crew Team Member

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY in Columbus, Indiana is seeking a dedicated team member to assist with manual labor tasks. This role requires collaboration with team members and the site supervisor while ensuring a safe working environment. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and must meet all explosive regulations.

The position involves lifting heavy materials, working outdoors in various conditions, and requires reliable transportation. Strong team-oriented skills and the ability to perform basic math are essential.

Qualifications

• Must meet State and Federal explosive laws and qualify as an ATF explosive possessor.
• Minimum age of 18 years as required by the ATF.
• Reliable transportation is needed.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members and perform manual labor.
• Assist site supervisor with materials and equipment needs.
• Maintain a clean working environment and report safety concerns.

Skills

Ability to work non-traditional first shift hours

Manual labor skills

Basic math functions

Strong team-oriented mentality

Ability to read and interpret documents

Identification of products by classification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Material handling equipment

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Work 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 Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability 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 inventory.
• Strong team-oriented mentality.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, product information, maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Able to learn to identify products by classification through visible inspection.

Qualifications

• Must meet requirements of all State and Federal explosive laws and qualify as an ATF explosive possessor.
• Reliable transportation.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age as required by the ATF.

EEO Statement

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify and abides by 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on veteran status, disability, and all protected class categories.