Hydro Blaster Helper - Red Dog Mine, AK - Rotational

NANA; Kotzebue (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional corporation in Alaska is seeking a Hydro-Blaster Helper to assist with cleaning tanks, pipes, and mining equipment using ultra-high pressure tools. Applicants should have a High School Diploma and at least two years of industrial experience. Key responsibilities include compliance with safety policies and operating equipment safely. This is a full-time position with various physical requirements and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years mill/industrial experience.
• Experience operating hydro-blast equipment preferred.
• A driver's license and an acceptable driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all company and regulatory safety policies.
• Knowledge of ultra-high pressure waterjetting theories and safety.
• Safely prepares equipment and worksite daily.
• Physically control industrial waterjet and vacuum equipment.
• Report all incidents/accidents to supervisor.

Job description

Overview

The Hydro-Blaster Helper works directly with the Blasting crew, safely operating an ultra-high pressure shotgun and flex-lance to clean tanks, pipes, grating, sumps, and various mining equipment. Helpers will also learn, operate and use industrial vacuum units to clean waste and debris.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all company and regulatory safety policies
• Knowledge of ultra-high pressure waterjetting theories and safety
• Knowledge and ability to operate ultra-high pressure waterjet tools and vacuum equipment
• Safely prepares equipment and worksite daily
• Assemble and disassemble hose connections
• Physically control industrial waterjet and vacuum equipment
• Ensure that assigned tasks are performed safely with the highest level of quality
• Communicate with Front Line Supervisors on safety, quality, and integrity
• Mechanical piping skills, including flange breaks and bolt-ups
• Basic rigging and lifting techniques
• Ensure that work results conform to client specifications and schedules
• Immediately report all incidents/accidents, no matter how small, to their supervisor
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit's success also may be assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum two (2) years mill/industrial experience
• Experience operating hydro-blast equipment preferred
• A driver's license and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years are preferred to be eligible under the company vehicle insurance policy

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here represent those encountered while performing the essential functions of this Job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions. The employee is regularly exposed to airborne particles and outdoor weather conditions; may be exposed to wet/humid conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and risk of radiation and vibration. Work may occur near moving mechanical parts, in high, precarious places, around toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. Noise levels can be loud. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may need close, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Prolonged standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and occasional sitting and tasting or smelling may be required. Steel-toed boots are required for safety.

Travel may require passing a TSA security checkpoint. If valid identification is not available, travel may be delayed until identification is obtained and verified. For a list of TSA approved valid identifications, visit https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.

Competencies

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; and ability to speak effectively before groups. Participate in daily toolbox meetings and contribute to safety discussions.

Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including units of measure, rates, ratios, and percentages; interpret simple graphs.

Ability to apply common sense, follow written or verbal instructions, and solve problems involving several variables in standardized situations.

Be willing to learn and mentor others. A commitment to safety and stopping work if conditions are unsafe is integral to our team’s operations.

Willingness to perform other duties as needed to help complete projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NANA Regional Corporation, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, gender-identity and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. NANA grants employment preference to shareholders of NANA, their spouses and descendants to the extent allowed by law.

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