Laborer (Construction)

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values family unity and business determination! As a Laborer in the construction sector, you'll gain hands-on experience in the drilling and blasting industry while enjoying a competitive pay structure and a generous benefits package. This role offers opportunities for growth and advancement as you develop valuable skills. Embrace the chance to work in a dynamic environment where safety is paramount, and teamwork is essential. With a strong emphasis on training and development, this position is perfect for those looking to rock their career in a thriving industry!

Benefits

Employer-contributed Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Company-matched 401(k)

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Ability to learn and develop skills for higher-level tasks.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to company safety procedures and policies.
• Load and unload explosives from trucks.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site.

Skills

Construction laboring

Safety procedures

Ability to work outdoors

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting, we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. We provide a unique and generous array of benefits, including two retirement plans, an Employer-contributed Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and a company-matched 401(k). In addition to health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, we also offer training and development opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the drilling and blasting industry hands-on while gaining a valuable skillset. As we continue to expand operations up and down the east coast, opportunities for growth are plentiful. The sky is the limit—come rock your career at MD&B!

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Ability to perform job-specific instructions provided by Superintendents, Blasting Supervisor, or Drill Operators. Individuals must be safety-minded and able to work well in varying weather environments. Out-of-town travel and overtime may be required.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to company safety procedures and policies
• Submit accurate and signed time cards weekly to the Blaster/Foreman
• Quickly learn safety aspects of working construction sites and around explosives
• Take direction and perform construction laboring activities
• Work unsupervised occasionally
• Operate water pump to pump blast holes dry
• Load and unload explosives from trucks
• Carry buckets of stemming stone to stem blast holes
• Maintain a clean and organized job site
• Participate in monthly Foreman, safety, and job meetings as needed
• Participate in daily safety meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record and own transportation
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must pass criminal background check for ATF
• Construction laborer experience helpful but not necessary
• Ability to learn and develop skills for higher-level tasks

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform essential functions of the position
• Work at a steady pace on uneven and loose surfaces outdoors
• Lift up to 100 lbs occasionally (5% of the time)
• Lift 50 lbs 50% of the time
• Stooping and bending 60–70% of the time

Starting Pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour plus $150/week travel allowance. Pay increases as you train and meet target deliverables.

Currently seeking employees in the following active work areas:

• Harrisburg, PA
• Hershey, PA
• Lancaster, PA
• York, PA
• Lebanon, PA
• Carlisle, PA
• Reading, PA
• Pottsville, PA

Skeptical about advancement opportunities? Check out these videos:

• Dante (CST) talks about working at MD&B: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrSWPW4Qbgo
• Dan (CEO) discusses career advancement opportunities: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvloIft9KPY

If this sounds like you, click the APPLY button—we can't wait to meet you!