Blaster

Austin Powder•Remote - Ohio, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Powder Company is hiring qualified Blasters for locations throughout the United States. A Blaster conducts field tests to determine the type and quantity of explosives required, reads and interprets drill patterns, instructions, and diagrams, and communicates with job-site personnel to complete work safely. The role involves preparing and detonating shots, maintaining required documentation, and ensuring the shot crew follows customer policies and procedures. The Blaster coordinates customer issues, blast-area incidents, and public concerns with appropriate personnel, and prioritizes safe work and risk mitigation through knowledge of explosives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 21 years old, as required by ATF.
Current blaster's license as required by the state.
Experience with all initiation systems, laser profiling, and seismographs.
Meet the requirements of applicable state and federal explosives laws and qualify as an ATF explosive possessor.
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
Ability to hear audibly and respond to the work environment of an active mining site.

Responsibilities

Review drill patterns and diagrams under direction or in the position of Blaster in Charge, and determine the product and shot layout needed to meet customer requirements.
Communicate blast details to all personnel at the job site.
Perform the duties needed to prepare and detonate a shot safely and successfully.
Conduct pre- and post-shot safety audits and document shot service events according to company policy.
Ensure the shot crew complies with customer policies and procedures.
Coordinate customer issues, blast-area incidents, and public concerns related to the event with appropriate Austin Powder personnel.
Communicate regularly with the sales representative and/or Location Manager regarding customer accounts.
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment at company locations, customer sites, and during transit, in accordance with applicable regulations and company policy.
Follow company inventory management procedures.
Complete and maintain required paperwork and software records in accordance with company policies, Department of Transportation requirements, and other federal or state agency requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.