Sr. Blaster

Austin Powder; Palmyra (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder is seeking a Blaster to conduct field tests, determine shot layouts, and detonate shots while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. The role requires clear communication with on-site personnel and customers, with emphasis on meticulous documentation and adherence to policy.

The Blaster will lead pre/post shot safety audits, coordinate with APC staff and sales/Location Manager, and maintain a safe, compliant work environment across sites and during transport.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 21+ years old per ATF.
• Current blaster's license as required by state.
• ATF explosive possessor qualifications and compliance with explosive laws.

Responsibilities

• Review drill patterns and diagrams to determine shot layout.
• Communicate blast details to job site personnel.
• Prepare and detonate shots safely per policy.
• Conduct pre/post shot safety audits and documentation.
• Coordinate handling of customer issues and public concerns.
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with regulations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Auditory awareness

ATF explosives possession

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Initiation systems

Laser profiling

Seismographs

Job description

Join the Family - Come work for an exciting company offering great benefits, challenging opportunities, and colleagues who feel more like family.Job SummaryA Blaster conducts field tests to determine the type and quantity of explosives needed for the job. With attention to detail, a Blaster reads and interprets drill patterns, instructions, and diagrams. This position is responsible to effectively communicate with personnel on the job site in order to complete job duties safely and successfully. The Blaster is responsible for arranging and detonating shots, as well as maintaining all required documentation.The Blaster is responsible for ensuring the team complies with our customers' policies/procedures. With the appropriate personnel, the Blaster will coordinate the handling of client issues, blast area incidents, and/or public concerns. Safety is a number one priority. A Blaster must be highly knowledgeable of explosives in order to ensure the work is done safely and mitigating risks.Key Responsibilities and DutiesUnder direction or in position of Blaster in Charge, reviews drill patterns and diagrams, determines product and shot layout necessary to meet customer needs.Communicates blast details with all personnel on job site.Performs duties necessary to prepare and detonate a shot safely and successfully.Conducts pre/post Shot Safety Audits and documentation per Austin’s policy on all shot service events.Ensures the shot crew complies with customers’ policies/procedures,Coordinates the handling of all customer issues, blast area incidents, and/or public concerns related to the event with appropriate APC personnel.Communicates regularly with the sales representative and/or Location Manager regarding customer accounts.Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by assuring compliance at the location, at customer sites, and during transit as required by regulation and company policy.Complies with APC inventory management procedures.Completes and maintains necessary paperwork or software programs as required by company policies and procedures, Department of Transportation, or other federal or state agencies.Other duties as assigned.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent21+ years old as required by ATF.Current blaster's license as required by state.Experience of all initiation systems, laser profiling, and seismographsSkills, Knowledge, and Abilities· Must meet requirements of all state and federal explosive laws and qualify as an ATF explosive possessor.· Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing.· Ability to audibly hear and respond to the work environment of an active mining site.Work Environment and Physical DemandsAbility to work outside in all weather conditions.Outdoor climate and terrain.Exposure to dust, noise, oils and other mining elements.Position requires the ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel and hand/finger dexterity to operate controls/tools.Loads and unloads 40-60 pound product bags or boxes from company trucks. Unloading may require repeatedly carrying product/boxes.LocationTravel is required to customer location within LLC’s geographic area.Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.