Field Blaster: Explosives & Safety Specialist

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY; Summit (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder Company is seeking an experienced Blaster to conduct field tests and determine explosive needs for jobs. You will read drill patterns, communicate with the crew, and arrange and detonate shots while maintaining documentation.

Safety and regulatory compliance are core to this role as you coordinate with clients and APC personnel at various sites. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma with a current blaster's license where required, plus knowledge of initiation systems

Qualifications

• Must meet state and federal explosive laws and be ATF explosive possessor.
• Clear verbal and written communication on active mining sites.
• Ability to hear and respond to work environment in an outdoor mining setting.

Responsibilities

• Review drill patterns and diagrams to determine product and shot layout.
• Communicate blast details with all personnel on site.
• Prepare and detonate shots safely and successfully.
• Complete necessary paperwork and maintain documentation per policy.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Auditory awareness

ATF explosive possessor compliance

Education

High school diploma

Blaster license (state-required)

Job description

Austin Powder Company is seeking an experienced Blaster to conduct field tests and determine explosive needs for jobs. You will read drill patterns, communicate with the crew, and arrange and detonate shots while maintaining documentation.

Safety and regulatory compliance are core to this role as you coordinate with clients and APC personnel at various sites. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma with a current blaster's license where required, plus knowledge of initiation systems