Blaster Trainee (Construction)

Maine Drilling & Blasting • Lebanon, PA

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About The Position

The Blaster Trainee assists the Blaster with coordinating daily drilling and blasting activity. This is an on-the-job trainee or apprentice role focused on learning blasting techniques and job-site supervision. Candidates must already have experience handling explosives. The position may require travel out of town, transporting explosives across state lines, and supporting blasting operations in varying weather and terrain.

Requirements

• High school degree.
• At least two years of experience working with drills and explosives, or previous military experience in explosive handling.
• Basic blasting problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel out of town as needed.
• Ability to obtain blasting licenses.
• Must pass ATF screenings.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Ability to lift 50–100 pounds 30–40% of the time.
• Ability to work on uneven and loose surfaces in varying weather environments.
• Ability to stoop and bend 30–40% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Blaster in charge with coordinating daily drilling and blasting activities.
• Train to become proficient in all areas of blasting techniques.
• Develop an understanding of proper explosives product use and applications.
• Assist the Blaster with maintaining the daily blasting production schedule.
• Assist the Blaster with site security.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures and perform work safely.
• Attend company meetings as required and participate in daily heads-up meetings.
• Assist with setting up seismographs and work toward proficiency in their use.
• Assist with drill pattern layout and setup, and review the pattern with the drill operator.
• Assist the Blaster with monitoring the relationship between the blast pattern and type of digging.
• Assist with accounting for explosives and drill supply usage and inventory.
• Transport explosives across state lines when required.
• Complete trip manifests, shot reports, cost sheets, and related paperwork as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health plan
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Overtime
• Paid overnight travel and meal allowance
• Reimbursement programs
• Paid training and career development
• Annual performance and salary review
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Disability benefits
• Two retirement plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED