Area Blaster Trainee

Vulcan Materials • Kennesaw, GA

107d

About The Position

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country. When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time. At Vulcan Materials, we believe that the heart of our success lies in the strength of our engagement, our connection, and our commitment to developing our people. We are excited to restore the collaborative in-person environment that fuels our innovation and growth. This move is not just about being physically present; it's about reigniting the spirit that comes from face-to-face interactions, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where every voice is heard and everyone thrives.

Requirements

• Must have the ability to become licensed or certified by any applicable Federal or State regulatory entity.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain necessary state blasting license.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain ATF employee possessor status.
• Must have a minimum of three years experience in aggregate surface mining.
• Must have acceptable performance, maintenance, and safety history.
• Must have knowledge of mine drilling and blasting standards, production techniques, and equipment.
• Must have knowledge of safety and environmental regulations (MSHA, ATF, OSHA).
• Must be able to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
• Must have strong computer skills and the ability to use trade-related software and technical instruments.
• Must have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion Safety by prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards.
• Plan and design shots to optimize the production process while maintaining company standards for air overpressure, ground vibration, and compliance with any applicable regulatory requirements.
• Adjust standard patterns for optimization by addressing burden, spacing, angles, diameters, depths, etc. in a safe and appropriate design.
• Measure and audit the accuracy of drilling operations and drill logs.
• Direct the work of vendor bulk truck drivers and Vulcan shot helpers during the shot loading process.
• Work with plant management and blasting vendor to ensure delivery of the correct and necessary amount of blasting agents according to shot design.
• Foster neighbor and community relations and respond to inquiries from such groups.
• Read and understand mine maps in order to guide facility management with mine and pit planning.
• Use GPS instrumentation to calculate scale distances.
• Read, analyze, and interpret seismographic results and make any necessary shot design adjustments accordingly.
• Operate signature analysis computer software.
• Use instruments such as laser profiler, bore track, and stemalign.
• Perform administrative duties related to the blasting program, such as completing computer generated shot reports, managing pre-charging survey and post-blast surveys, reviewing and analyzing all shots on video, and completing shot layout diagrams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Great Company Culture with a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.
• Industry leader in health and safety standards.
• Health Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.
• Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match and contribution.
• Training and Development programs to help employees meet their goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Mining (except Oil and Gas)
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees