Laborer (Construction)

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Manchester (NH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A majority employee-owned construction company is looking for motivated individuals to join their drilling and blasting teams. The role involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions, performing construction labor activities, and adhering to strict safety procedures. Strong emphasis on training and development opportunities is provided, along with competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Employer-contributed Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Company-matched 401(k)

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with construction labor preferred.
• Must pass ATF screenings.
• Good driving record and own transportation needed.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Company Safety procedures and policies.
• Operate water pump to dry blast holes.
• Load and unload explosives from trucks.

Skills

Safety-minded

Physical agility

Ability to learn and develop skills

Education

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting, we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. As a majority Employee-Owned company, 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. The sky is the limit—come rock your career at MD&B!

Our core values of Respect, Fairness, Honesty, and Responsibility provide a strong cultural foundation as we relate to customers and each other—making it Happen!

Starting Pay: $18 - $20 per hour, plus stipends for travel!

Do you have experience in construction? Do you want to learn the drilling and blasting industry with a stable, growing, majority employee-owned company? If yes, then we want to meet you! Must be able to follow job-specific instructions provided by Superintendents, Blasting Supervisor, or Drill Operators. Candidates should be safety-minded and able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Out-of-town/state travel within the New England region (CT, MA, NH, etc.) and overtime may be required.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to Company Safety procedures and policies
• Demonstrate physical agility
• Submit accurate and signed weekly time cards to the Blaster/Foreman
• Learn safety aspects of working construction sites and around explosives
• Follow directions and perform construction labor activities
• Work independently when needed
• Operate water pump to dry blast holes
• Load and unload explosives from trucks
• Carry buckets of stemming stone to stem blast holes
• Maintain a clean and organized job site
• Attend all meetings and participate in safety and job meetings
• Participate in daily safety briefings
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform essential functions of the position, including working at a steady pace on uneven and loose surfaces outdoors. Ability to lift up to 100 lbs occasionally (about 5% of the time), 50 lbs frequently (about 50% of the time), and to stoop and bend 60–70% of the time.

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver's License with a good driving record and own transportation (out-of-town/state travel required)
• Must pass ATF screenings
• Experience with construction labor and heavy equipment preferred
• Ability to learn and develop skills for higher-level tasks

Additional Information:

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, review the "Know Your Rights" notice from the Department of Labor.