Licensed Blaster: Explosive Field Specialist with Growth

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two retirement plans

ESOP

Company matched 401(k)

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. in Winchester, VA is seeking a Licensed Blaster to perform blasting activities and support supervision in line with safety policies.

The role requires a High School Diploma, two years of blasting/explosives experience, Blaster I/II training, a valid Blasting Certificate where required, and a CDL with hazmat endorsement. Travel and ATF background checks may apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years experience with drills and explosives.
• Blaster I training completed;Blaster II training required.
• Possess a valid Blasting Certificate where required by state law.
• Good communications skills are required.
• CDL with hazmat endorsement and company-qualified driver status (able to transport explosives across state lines) with a good driving record.
• Willingness to travel out of town/state.
• Must pass a criminal background check with ATF.
• Solid understanding of blasting techniques: blast design, loading holes, detonators, readings, securing blast site, and explosives identification.
• Proficiency in all drill operations.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned blasting activities.
• Works as a job site blaster under supervision.
• Provides input on blast-related plans to supervisors.
• Identifies and resolves blast site problems with supervision.
• Verifies pre-blast inspections are conducted.
• Performs pre-blast tests and seismograph setup as needed.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Places supply and material requests as needed.
• Monitors blast pattern relation to digging and reports results.
• Documents explosives use and completes inventory paperwork.
• Transports explosives across state lines as needed.
• Completes field accounting reports and trip manifests.
• Attends company meetings and daily safety briefs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Good communications

Education

High School Diploma

Blasting Certificate

Blaster I training

Blaster II training

CDL with hazmat endorsement

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. in Winchester, VA is seeking a Licensed Blaster to perform blasting activities and support supervision in line with safety policies.

The role requires a High School Diploma, two years of blasting/explosives experience, Blaster I/II training, a valid Blasting Certificate where required, and a CDL with hazmat endorsement. Travel and ATF background checks may apply.