Laborer (Construction)

Maine Drilling & Blasting • Marietta, GA

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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, or Drill Operators and performing construction laboring activities, including work around explosives. The successful candidate must be safety-minded, able to work outdoors in varying weather and on uneven or loose surfaces, and able to work unsupervised occasionally. Out-of-town travel and overtime may be required. Paid training is provided, including 6–8 weeks of training in northern divisions, and the position offers 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 pass a criminal background check for ATF.
• 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 on uneven, loose surfaces outdoors.
• 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 accurate, signed time cards to the Blaster or Foreman weekly.
• Learn and follow safety requirements 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 a truck.
• 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 as needed, and daily heads-up safety meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health plan
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-contributed 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