Licensed Blaster

Rogers • Verona, KY

5d • $30 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

Rogers Group, Inc. is seeking a Blaster to conduct daily blasting operations at Boone Quarry, an underground mine in Verona, Kentucky. The role is responsible for the loading, transportation, storage, and security of materials and processes involved in underground mine blasting. 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 position requires a current blaster’s license and at least two years of blasting experience in a quarry or mining environment. Candidates must meet state and federal requirements to qualify as an ATF Explosive possessor, including passing a background check, and must pass pre-employment screening. Pay for licensed candidates with at least two years of blasting experience is $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience. The role is full-time, with an approximate day-shift schedule of 6:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Requirements

• Current blaster’s license.
• At least two years of blasting experience in a quarry or mining environment.
• Uncompromising focus on safety excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to safely perform all essential functions of the position.
• Meet state and federal requirements to qualify as an ATF Explosive possessor, including passing a background check.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and repeatedly squat, bend, and twist.
• Ability to work as an integral team member in a growing, fast-paced environment.
• Proven full-cycle mining experience, including drilling, blasting, haulage, and ground support.
• Successfully pass pre-employment screening.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of underground mining experience; underground mining experience is especially preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily blasting operations at Boone Quarry.
• Load, transport, store, and secure materials and processes involved in underground mine blasting.
• 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company-provided group life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution and match after one year of service.
• Company-provided short- and long-term disability.
• Paid holidays, including a Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Paid vacation available after a 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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