Blaster Trainee (Construction)

Maine Drilling & Blasting • Bessemer, AL

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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 working with explosives. The position may require travel out of town, including 6–8 weeks of paid training in the company’s northern divisions.

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, including willingness to travel to northern divisions for 6–8 weeks of paid training.
• 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 and 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 develop proficiency in their use.
• Assist with drill pattern layout and setup, and review the setup with the drill operator.
• Assist 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 insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability benefits
• Two retirement plans

What This Job Offers

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