Mine Blasting Assistant: Safe Prep & Equipment Support

50167 Heidelberg Materials NE LLC; Torrance (PA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

401(k) retirement plan

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking an explosives handler to join our blasting team in an underground mine environment in the U.S. You will assist with preparation and detonation of explosives and work from a man basket at heights of 25' to 50'.

Expect to use hand and power tools, perform equipment maintenance, and ensure strict safety protocols. Overtime and Saturdays may be required, with a competitive hourly rate and sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle and transport explosives safely.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and regulations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical capability to handle the demands of the job.
• Ability to work a variable and flexible schedule.
• Willing to work overtime and Saturdays as necessary.
• Must be punctual and have reliable transportation.
• Physical ability to stand, sit, push, pull and lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and detonation of explosives.
• Work from a man basket at heights 25'–50' performing hand scaling, markup and face loading.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools.
• Handle and transport explosives safely.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of blasting equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
• Support the blasting team with various tasks as needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Punctuality

Reliability

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Blasting equipment

Job description

Heidelberg Materials is seeking an explosives handler to join our blasting team in an underground mine environment in the U.S. You will assist with preparation and detonation of explosives and work from a man basket at heights of 25' to 50'.

Expect to use hand and power tools, perform equipment maintenance, and ensure strict safety protocols. Overtime and Saturdays may be required, with a competitive hourly rate and sign-on bonus.