Licensed Blaster — CDL, Company Vehicle, ESOP

Mdandb; Vermont; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting is seeking a Licensed Blaster to perform blasting activities on assigned projects. You will work under the direction of the Blasting Supervisor and Project Superintendent, ensuring pre-blast inspections, seismograph setup, and accurate reporting are completed to meet production goals.

The role requires two years of drill/explosives experience, Blaster I training, a valid blasting certificate where required, and a CDL with hazmat endorsement.

Qualifications

• High School Degree
• Minimum of two years experience working with drills and explosives
• Must have completed Blaster I training and will be required to take Blaster II training
• Possess a Valid Blasting Certificate in states that require this
• Must have a CDL with hazmat endorsement and a clean driving record
• Must successfully pass ATF screenings
• Willingness to travel out of town/state

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned blasting activities
• Works as a job site blaster and receives direction from Blasting Supervisor and/or Project Superintendent
• Provides input on blast-related activities to aid direct supervisor in plans
• Identifies blast site problems and resolves with Blasting Supervisor or Project Superintendent, if necessary
• Verifies that pre-blast inspections have been conducted prior to blasting
• Performs all necessary pre-blast tests and seismograph setup as needed
• Understands and follows all Company safety policies and practices
• Places supply and material requests through Blasting Supervisor or Project Superintendent as needed
• Monitors the relationship between blast pattern and type of digging and reports results to Blasting Supervisor or Project Superintendent
• Documents use of explosives and completes required inventory paperwork
• Expected to transport explosives across state lines, as needed
• Is responsible for completing field accounting reports and required trip manifest forms as needed
• All other duties as assigned
• Attends company meetings as required
• Participates in daily heads up safety meetings

Skills

Explosives handling

Hazmat CDL

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting is seeking a Licensed Blaster to perform blasting activities on assigned projects. You will work under the direction of the Blasting Supervisor and Project Superintendent, ensuring pre-blast inspections, seismograph setup, and accurate reporting are completed to meet production goals.

The role requires two years of drill/explosives experience, Blaster I training, a valid blasting certificate where required, and a CDL with hazmat endorsement.