Blaster Trainee (Construction)

Maine Drilling & Blasting•Milford, MA

About The Position

Maine Drilling & Blasting is seeking a Blaster Trainee to assist the Blaster in charge with coordinating daily drilling and blasting activity. This is an on-the-job trainee or apprentice position focused on learning blasting techniques and job-site supervision, and requires prior experience working with explosives. The role may involve out-of-town travel and transporting explosives across state lines.

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.
Ability to 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.
Stooping and bending 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 its applications.
Assist with maintaining the daily blasting production schedule.
Assist 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 develop proficiency in their use.
Assist with drill pattern layout and setup and review the layout with the drill operator.
Assist with monitoring the relationship between the blast pattern and the 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.