Lead Blaster: Explosives & Field Crew Trainer

6AM City, LLC; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401k plan with company match

Job summary

Western Explosives Systems Company is seeking a Blaster in Winnemucca, NV to prepare and detonate planned blasting operations and lead the blast crew. The role requires 1–2 years as a Blaster and at least 2 years in Drill and Blast, with licenses and driver’s license kept current.

On-the-job training will be provided and non-uniform schedules may apply. Responsibilities include safety-focused operation, site documentation, customer relations, and adapting blasting plans to meet client needs,

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a Blaster.
• 2 years minimum experience in the Drill and Blast Field.
• Maintain blasting licenses and certifications as required by authorities.
• Must satisfy requirements for a ''possessor of explosives'' as defined by the BATF.
• Must have a current Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Lead blasting crew and provide on-the-job training.
• Design the use of explosives to fit customer needs.
• Manage day-to-day blasting crew activities and site documentation.
• Ensure safety policies and procedures are followed at all times.
• Develop professional relationships with customers and participate in safety processes.

Skills

Blaster experience

Drill and Blast

Tools

Dyno Nobel initiation system

Job description

Western Explosives Systems Company is seeking a Blaster in Winnemucca, NV to prepare and detonate planned blasting operations and lead the blast crew. The role requires 1–2 years as a Blaster and at least 2 years in Drill and Blast, with licenses and driver’s license kept current.

On-the-job training will be provided and non-uniform schedules may apply. Responsibilities include safety-focused operation, site documentation, customer relations, and adapting blasting plans to meet client needs,