Licensed Blaster

Rogers • Bloomington, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Rogers Group, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Blaster for its Bloomington Quarry, an underground mine in Bloomington, Indiana. The position conducts daily blasting operations and is responsible for loading, transporting, storing, and securing materials and activities involved in the underground mine blasting process. The Blaster maintains daily and monthly reports for explosive materials and assists mine management with drilling and shot layout, including shot timing and fragmentation analysis.

The role is full-time and union, with approximate day-shift hours of 6:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Wages for licensed candidates start at $28 per hour, with possible additional pay based on experience and skill set. Rogers Group describes the work environment as safe and drug-free and provides safety equipment, strong compensation, a pension, and extensive benefits.

Requirements

• Hold a current blaster's license.
• Have at least two years of blasting experience in a quarry or mining environment.
• Maintain an uncompromising focus on safety and demonstrate the ability to safely perform all essential job functions.
• Meet state and federal requirements to qualify as an ATF explosive possessor, including passing a background check.
• Be physically able to lift 50 pounds and repeatedly squat, bend, and twist.
• Have a proven record with full-cycle mining, including drilling, blasting, haulage, and ground support.
• Successfully pass the company's pre-employment screening.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of underground mining experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily blasting operations at the underground quarry.
• Load, transport, store, and secure explosive materials and other aspects of the underground mine blasting process.
• Maintain daily and monthly blasting reports for explosive materials.
• Assist mine management with drilling and shot layout, including shot timing and fragmentation analysis.
• Assist with safely loading and connecting explosives.
• Operate equipment safely.
• Contribute as an integral team member in a growing, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Union environment with a pension.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a Health Savings Account with an annual company contribution.
• Company-provided group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Company-provided short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Safety equipment.
• Strong compensation.

What This Job Offers

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