Blaster - Underground

Vulcan Materials • Franklin, TN

207d

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.

Requirements

• Must have current state blasting license.
• Must have acceptable performance, maintenance, and safety history.
• Must know mine drilling and blasting standards, production techniques, and equipment.
• Must know about 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 be able to use a telephone, computer, cell phone, and other electronic devices.
• Must have a valid driver's license and excellent driving skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion Safety by prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards.
• Design, prepare, and maintain shot patterns in coordination with Operations Management.
• Prepare and load drill holes as required and maintain powder magazine inventory on blasting agents.
• Perform pre-blast inspections of the blast area and conduct pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections.
• Complete shot reports, equipment reports, and other necessary paperwork daily.
• Report and assist in resolving any discrepancies with blasting agent inventory and report unsafe mechanical conditions to the supervisor.
• Operate ANFO truck to load blast holes safely and handle blasting agents with high competency.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing