Licensed Blaster — Field Blasting Specialist

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. is hiring a Licensed Blaster to perform blasting activities on job sites, under supervision of the Blasting Supervisor and Project Superintendent.

Required: High School degree, two years blasting experience, Blaster I/II training, valid blasting certificate where required, CDL with hazmat endorsement, and clean driving record. Travel may be required; ATF screenings will be completed.

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 ATF screenings.
• 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.

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

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Field reporting

Physical stamina

Education

High School Degree

Job description

Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc. is hiring a Licensed Blaster to perform blasting activities on job sites, under supervision of the Blasting Supervisor and Project Superintendent.

Required: High School degree, two years blasting experience, Blaster I/II training, valid blasting certificate where required, CDL with hazmat endorsement, and clean driving record. Travel may be required; ATF screenings will be completed.