Blaster Trainee (Construction)
Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc, Winchester, VA, United States
BLASTER TRAINEE-CONSTRUCTION
Will assist the Blaster with the coordination of daily drilling and blasting activity. This position is considered an “on the job” trainee or “apprentice” with respect to learning blasting and job site supervision.
Responsibilities
Assists the Blaster in charge with coordinating daily drilling & blasting activities
Trains to be proficient in all areas of blasting techniques
Develops a solid understanding of proper explosives product use and various applications
Assists the Blaster with maintaining the daily blasting production schedule
Assists the Blaster with site security
Understands and follows company safety policies and procedures and performs work in a safe manner
Attends company meetings as required
Participates in daily heads‑up meetings
Assists Blaster with setting up seismographs and works towards proficiency with use
Assists Blaster with drill pattern layout and setup and reviews this with the drill operator
Assists Blaster with monitoring the relationship between blast pattern and type of digging
Assists Blaster with accounting for explosives and drill supply usage and inventory
May transport explosives across state lines
May complete trip manifest, shot reports, cost sheets and related paperwork as required
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High School Degree
Two years' experience working with drills and explosives, or prior military explosive handling experience
Demonstrates basic blasting problem solving skillsAble to travel out of town as needed
Ability to obtain blasting licenses
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform essential functions of the position
Ability to lift 50 - 100 lbs., 30 - 40% of the time
Work on uneven and loose surfaces in varying weather environments
Stooping and bending 30 – 40% of the time
Pay: $23-$28/hr DOE
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Will assist the Blaster with the coordination of daily drilling and blasting activity. This position is considered an “on the job” trainee or “apprentice” with respect to learning blasting and job site supervision.
Responsibilities
Assists the Blaster in charge with coordinating daily drilling & blasting activities
Trains to be proficient in all areas of blasting techniques
Develops a solid understanding of proper explosives product use and various applications
Assists the Blaster with maintaining the daily blasting production schedule
Assists the Blaster with site security
Understands and follows company safety policies and procedures and performs work in a safe manner
Attends company meetings as required
Participates in daily heads‑up meetings
Assists Blaster with setting up seismographs and works towards proficiency with use
Assists Blaster with drill pattern layout and setup and reviews this with the drill operator
Assists Blaster with monitoring the relationship between blast pattern and type of digging
Assists Blaster with accounting for explosives and drill supply usage and inventory
May transport explosives across state lines
May complete trip manifest, shot reports, cost sheets and related paperwork as required
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High School Degree
Two years' experience working with drills and explosives, or prior military explosive handling experience
Demonstrates basic blasting problem solving skillsAble to travel out of town as needed
Ability to obtain blasting licenses
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform essential functions of the position
Ability to lift 50 - 100 lbs., 30 - 40% of the time
Work on uneven and loose surfaces in varying weather environments
Stooping and bending 30 – 40% of the time
Pay: $23-$28/hr DOE
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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