Underground Blasting Assistant - Limestone Mine

Heidelberg Materials; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,817 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Blaster Helper for underground limestone mining. The role involves assisting with explosive preparation and detonation, working from elevated platforms, and using hand and power tools to support face loading and scaling.

The candidate should excel in safety, teamwork, and physical tasks, with readiness for a variable schedule including overtime and Saturdays, and reliable transportation to work sites often underground.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle and transport explosives safely.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and regulations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical capability for demanding tasks and conditions.
• Flexibility to work variable schedules, overtime, and Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and detonation of explosives.
• Work from man basket at heights to perform 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 blasting team with various tasks as needed.

Skills

Explosive handling

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Overtime readiness

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a Blaster Helper for underground limestone mining. The role involves assisting with explosive preparation and detonation, working from elevated platforms, and using hand and power tools to support face loading and scaling.

The candidate should excel in safety, teamwork, and physical tasks, with readiness for a variable schedule including overtime and Saturdays, and reliable transportation to work sites often underground.