Laborer (Construction)

Maine Drilling & Blasting • Marietta, GA

16d

About The Position

Precision Blasting, LLC, a division of Maine Drilling & Blasting, is hiring a construction laborer to support drilling and blasting operations. The role involves following job-specific instructions from superintendents, blasting supervisors, and drill operators; working safely around construction sites and explosives; and performing physical labor outdoors in varying weather and on uneven or loose surfaces. Out-of-town travel and overtime may be required. Paid training is provided, including travel to northern divisions for 6–8 weeks, with opportunities to develop skills and advance to higher-level tasks.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record and own transportation.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Ability to successfully pass an ATF criminal background check.
• Willingness to travel to northern divisions for 6–8 weeks of paid training.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position and work at a steady pace outdoors on uneven and loose surfaces.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally (5% of the time) and 50 pounds for 50% of the time.
• Ability to stoop and bend 60–70% of the time.
• Safety-mindedness and ability to work in varying weather environments.

Nice To Haves

• Construction laborer experience is helpful but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Follow company safety procedures and policies.
• Submit an accurate, signed time card to the blaster or foreman weekly.
• Learn and follow safety practices for construction sites and work around explosives.
• Take direction and perform construction laboring activities.
• Work unsupervised occasionally.
• Pump blast holes dry using a water pump.
• Load and unload explosives from trucks.
• Carry buckets of stemming stone to stem blast holes.
• Keep the job site clean and organized.
• Participate in monthly foreman meetings, periodic safety and job meetings, and daily heads-up safety meetings as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health plan
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• Company-matched 401(k)
• 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
• Training and development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed