Explosives Blaster – Field Detonation & Safety Expert

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY; Ohio; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder Company is seeking qualified Blasters for locations across the United States, including Ohio. The Blaster conducts field tests to determine the type and quantity of explosives needed, reads drill patterns, and communicates with site personnel to perform detonation safely and efficiently.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a state-approved blaster license, and experience with initiation systems, laser profiling, and seismographs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 21+ years old as required by ATF.
• Current blaster's license as required by state.
• Experience with initiation systems, laser profiling, and seismographs.

Responsibilities

• Review drill patterns and diagrams to determine shot layout.
• Communicate blast details to all personnel on site.
• Prepare and detonate shots safely and successfully.
• Conduct pre/post Shot Safety Audits and documentation per policy.
• Coordinate handling of customer issues, blast area incidents, and public concerns.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ATF blaster license (state)

Tools

Initiation systems

Laser profiling

Seismographs

Job description

Austin Powder Company is seeking qualified Blasters for locations across the United States, including Ohio. The Blaster conducts field tests to determine the type and quantity of explosives needed, reads drill patterns, and communicates with site personnel to perform detonation safely and efficiently.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a state-approved blaster license, and experience with initiation systems, laser profiling, and seismographs.