Blast Technician
About The Position
McCallum Rock Drilling (MRD), a rock drilling and blasting contractor based in Chehalis, Washington, is hiring a full-time Blast Technician based in Boise, Idaho. The role supports drilling and blasting operations at commercial quarries, surface mines, timberlands, and construction sites throughout the Western United States. Its primary work includes boretraking and operating a drone to develop 3D models, as well as using GPS equipment to survey rock elevations. The technician will train with a senior Blast Technician to learn surveying existing ground and bench elevations, establishing drill patterns, and calculating cut depths, bench heights, and floor elevations. The position also supports quality control and helps resolve production or layout problems. The role involves early mornings, long days, work in all weather conditions, and occasional overnight travel.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license.
- Reliable transportation to job sites outside Boise, Idaho.
- Clean driving record, with no more than three violations in the last three years.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
- Clean criminal background, including an ATF Criminal Background Check.
- Ability and willingness to travel, including occasional overnight hotel stays.
- Must have an FAA Part 107 license or be willing to obtain it within one month of employment.
- Self-starter with strong attention to detail.
- Self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to adapt.
- Basic computer and software knowledge.
Nice To Haves
- Passion for software, technology, and outdoor work.
Responsibilities
- Comply with MRD safety policies and procedures.
- Boretrack borehole deviation at rock pits, construction sites, and mining operations.
- Operate a drone safely and efficiently.
- Create and develop 3D models using different software.
- Use GPS equipment to survey rock elevations.
- Learn to survey existing ground and bench elevations, establish drill patterns, and calculate cut depths, bench heights, and floor elevations.
- Support quality control and help resolve production or layout problems.
- Maintain professionalism and work closely with drillers, blasters, project managers, and customers.
- Communicate effectively with field personnel and management.
- Work early mornings and long days, in all weather conditions, and produce results with little to no supervision.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 100% paid for the employee.
- 401(k) option with a 4% company match.
- Paid time off/vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
