Explosives Compliance & Safety Inspector

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Blasting and Explosives Inspector to oversee safe handling and storage of explosives, conduct site inspections, investigations, and regulatory reviews across mining and construction sectors. The role emphasizes public safety and compliance enforcement.

You will review permits, analyze incidents, and communicate findings at hearings. The job includes a standard 8:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule with potential telework opportunities and eligibility for full-time

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in the handling and use of explosives, including a minimum of two years as a lead blaster, blasting foreman or blasting operations supervisor
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• Possession of a valid Pennsylvania commercial driver's license with hazardous materials endorsement is required
• Possession of a Class A General blaster's license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is required

Responsibilities

• Site inspections at mining, construction, and storage locations to evaluate explosive material compliance
• Complaint investigations to determine blasting standards
• Enforcement actions to address violations and implement corrective measures
• Permit reviews of applications and recommend regulatory actions
• Accident analysis of explosive-related incidents to determine causes and prevention
• Public communication during hearings and presentations regarding blasting operations and regulations

Skills

Explosives experience

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical sciences

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Blasting and Explosives Inspector to oversee safe handling and storage of explosives, conduct site inspections, investigations, and regulatory reviews across mining and construction sectors. The role emphasizes public safety and compliance enforcement.

You will review permits, analyze incidents, and communicate findings at hearings. The job includes a standard 8:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule with potential telework opportunities and eligibility for full-time