Laborer (Construction)

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Life Insurance

401(k)

Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP)

PTO

Overtime

Overnight travel allowance

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. is seeking a Laborer-Construction to support drilling and blasting operations. You will follow safety procedures and work under the guidance of Superintendents, Blasting Supervisor, or Drill Operators.

This role requires a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen, and willingness to travel and work overtime. Starting pay is $21.00 per hour plus a $150 weekly travel allowance.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License with good driving record and own transportation.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must successfully pass criminal background check for ATF.
• Experience with construction laborer is helpful, but not necessary.
• Ability to learn and develop skills to later perform higher level tasks.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Company Safety procedures and policies.
• Submit weekly records to Blaster/Foreman: Accurate and Signed Time Card.
• Learn safety aspects of working construction sites and around explosives.
• Take direction and perform construction laboring activities.
• Work unsupervised occasionally.
• Pump blast holes dry with water pump.
• Load and unload explosives from truck.
• Carry buckets of stemming stone to stem blast holes.
• Maintain clean and organized job site.
• Participate in safety meetings and daily heads up sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safety minded

Able to lift heavy items

Reliable transportation

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 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!

LABORER-CONSTRUCTION

Ability to perform job specific instruction 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 the following records to Blaster/Foreman on a Weekly basis: Accurate and Signed Time Card
• Ability to quickly learn safety aspects of working construction sites and working around explosives
• Ability to take direction and perform construction laboring activities
• Ability to work unsupervised occasionally
• Pump blast holes dry with water pump
• Load and unload explosives from truck
• Carry buckets of stemming stone to stem blast holes
• Maintain clean and organize job site
• Participate in monthly Foreman, periodic safety and job meetings as needed
• Participate in daily heads up safety meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid Drivers License with good driving record and own transportation
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical & drug screen.
• Must successfully pass criminal background check for ATF
• Experience with construction laborer helpful, but not necessary
• Ability to learn and develop skills to later perform higher level tasks

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential functions of the position
• Position requires proficiency to work at a steady pace on uneven and loose surfaces outside
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs occasionally, 5% of time
• Ability to lift 50lbs, 50% of the time
• Stooping and bending 60-70% of the time

Starting Pay: $21.00 per hour plus $150/week travel allowance

• Health Plan
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP)
• PTO
• Overtime
• Paid overnight travel and meal allowance
• Reimbursement programs
• Paid training and career development
• Annual performance and salary review

Skeptical about advancement opportunities? Check out these videos:

• Dante (CST) talks about what it’s like to work at MD&B: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrSWPW4Qbgo
• Dan (CEO) talks about career advancement opportunities: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvloIft9KPY

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