Technical Representative

Austin Powder

74d•Onsite

About The Position

To provide project management blasting services within the LLC. Provide technical support and training to division personnel promote technical advancement of product and blasting techniques and support company sales.

Requirements

Bachelors' degree, preferably in Mining.
Must possess upon hire or acquire within 12 months of hire the Austin Powder Company Blasting Certification.
State Blasting License, as required.
MSHA New Miner and MSHA Experienced Miner.
CPR.
Hazmat.
Confined Space.
ATF Refresher.
Task Training as required.
3-5 years certified blasting experience.
3-5 years supervisory experience.
Knowledge and ability to use project management equipment.
Demonstrates an ability to work with supervisors, co-workers and subordinates toward the accomplishment of a common goal.
Utilizes effective written and verbal communication techniques.
Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of company products and equipment.
Demonstrates an ability to manage own schedule and frequently others, for maximum opportunity.
Demonstrates an ability to analyze complex problems and make sound recommendations.
Demonstrates ability to present information in written and verbal format to widely diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced technical assistance to employees and customers including blast planning, blast assessment, and blast optimization.
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by assuring regulatory compliance (MSHA, OSHA, ATF, DOT, etc.).
Ensure job site operational and regulatory procedures are accurately and uniformly implemented.
Conduct job site assessments to identify areas of potential safety and regulatory exposures and implement preventative measures to mitigate risk.
Participate in the investigation of accidents and incidents to determine cause and recommend corrective action to management.
Develop and coordinate internal networks of expertise that could be shared throughout the LLC.
Assist in the training and certification of LLC personnel.
Support manufacturing objectives to improve and ensure continuing product quality.
Maintain routine contact with the explosives industry and relevant experts to be aware of regulatory and product issues that could have an impact on operations.
Maintain knowledge of industry trends, applications, and product development and technical advancements.
Meet with general public, landowners and interest groups concerning blasting issues, regulations, standards or policies.
Other duties as assigned.
Assist or perform the duties of Technical Sales Rep (TSR).
Assist or perform the duties of Certified Blaster.