Remote Blasting & Drilling Technician

Beckley Drilling & Blasting; West Virginia; Remote; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Beckley Drilling & Blasting is seeking crew members for a full-time remote role supporting construction and blasting operations. The position involves operating drilling equipment, preparing blast sites, handling materials, and adhering to blasting plans and safety procedures.

Travel to job sites and coordination with supervisors will be required to ensure projects stay on schedule and compliant with regulations.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have experience operating heavy equipment and be able to work with top hammer and rotary drilling systems.
• Understanding blasting procedures and basic explosives safety is beneficial.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, travel to job sites, and follow strict safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist with drilling equipment.
• Prepare blast sites and handle materials.
• Follow detailed blasting plans and safety procedures.
• Perform site inspections and record measurements.
• Coordinate with supervisors and project managers to ensure timely completion.
• Maintain equipment and monitor site conditions.
• Communicate clearly with crew members.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Top hammer drilling

Rotary drilling

Explosives safety

Site safety procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Field documentation

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Beckley Drilling & Blasting is seeking crew members for a full-time remote role supporting construction and blasting operations. The position involves operating drilling equipment, preparing blast sites, handling materials, and adhering to blasting plans and safety procedures.

Travel to job sites and coordination with supervisors will be required to ensure projects stay on schedule and compliant with regulations.