Licensed Blaster (Construction)

Maine Drilling & Blasting; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer ESOP

2 retirement plans

401(k) matched

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability

Training opportunities

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting is seeking a Licensed Blaster to join our employee-owned team in the Harrisburg area. The role requires drilling and blasting experience, valid Blaster I/II certifications, a Blasting Certificate where required, and the ability to transport explosives across state lines.

You will work under the supervision of the Blasting Supervisor and Project Superintendent to execute blasting plans safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Blaster I and Blaster II training.
• Valid Blasting Certificate where required by state law.
• CDL with hazmat endorsement and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel out of town/state as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned blasting activities.
• Operates as job site blaster under supervision.
• Contributes to blast plans with supervisor input.
• Verifies pre-blast inspections and conducts tests.
• Documents explosives use and inventory paperwork.
• Transports explosives across state lines when required.
• Ensures safety policies are followed.

Education

High School Diploma

Blaster I training

Blaster II training

Blasting Certificate (state-required)

CDL with hazmat endorsement

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 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 firm cultural foundation as we relate to customers and each other as we Make it Happen!
LICENSED BLASTER-

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

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 good communications skills
• Must hold a valid CDL with hazmat endorsement and is a Company-qualified driver (able to transport explosives across state lines) and has a good driving record as defined by the Company insurance carrier
• Out of town/state travel
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check with ATF
• Has a thorough understanding of blasting techniques: blast design, loading holes, select and operate electric and non-electric detonators, demonstrate grade & elevation readings, secure blast site, identify explosives, demonstrate pop shooting
• Proficient in all areas of drill operations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential functions of the position
• Ability to lift 50 lbs., 30 - 40% of the time
• Work on uneven and loose surfaces in varying weather environments
• Stooping and bending 30 – 40% of the time

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