Licensed Blaster - CDL & Explosives Specialist

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Harrisburg, Northern (Dauphin County, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc is seeking a Licensed Blaster to perform blasting activities under supervision at our site. Responsibilities include executing blast programs, pre-blast tests, seismograph setup, safety adherence, and coordination with Blasting Supervisor and Project Superintendent.

Requirements include high school diploma, two years' blasting/drilling experience, Blaster I and II training, valid blasting certificate where required, and CDL hazmat endorsement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Two years' blasting or drill experience preferred.
• Blaster I training completed; Blaster II training required.
• Valid blasting certificate for states that require it.
• Good communication skills.
• CDL with hazmat endorsement; company-qualified driver.
• Willing to travel out of town/state.
• Pass a criminal background check with ATF.
• Knowledge of blast design and explosive handling.

Responsibilities

• Performs 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

Good communication skills

Hazmat CDL endorsement

Travel willingness

Education

High School Diploma

Blaster I training

Blaster II training

Valid blasting certificate (state)

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc is seeking a Licensed Blaster to perform blasting activities under supervision at our site. Responsibilities include executing blast programs, pre-blast tests, seismograph setup, safety adherence, and coordination with Blasting Supervisor and Project Superintendent.

Requirements include high school diploma, two years' blasting/drilling experience, Blaster I and II training, valid blasting certificate where required, and CDL hazmat endorsement.