Laborer (Construction)

Maine Drilling & Blasting • Lebanon, TN

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About The Position

Maine Drilling & Blasting is hiring a construction laborer to support drilling and blasting operations. The role involves following job-specific direction from Superintendents, Blasting Supervisors, or Drill Operators and performing construction labor tasks around explosives. The company offers hands-on experience in the drilling and blasting industry, training and development opportunities, and potential for career growth. Work may take place in varying weather conditions, and out-of-town travel and overtime may be required.

The position requires the ability to perform essential job functions at a steady pace on uneven, loose outdoor surfaces. Physical tasks include lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds for about half of the time, as well as frequent stooping and bending.

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.
• Ability to work safely in varying weather conditions and on uneven, loose surfaces.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position at a steady pace.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds about 50% of the time.
• Ability to stoop and bend 60–70% of the time.
• Ability to learn and develop skills to perform higher-level tasks.

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 as needed, and daily heads-up safety meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-contributed Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life benefits
• Disability benefits
• Training and development opportunities
• $150 per week vehicle/travel allowance

What This Job Offers

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