Blaster Trainee (Quarry)

About the role

A Blaster Trainee assists the Blaster with the coordination of daily drilling and blasting activities. This position is an “on-the-job” trainee or “apprentice” role focused on learning blasting techniques and job site supervision. Prior experience working with explosives is required.

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 and participates in daily heads-up meetings
• Assists Blaster with setting up seismographs and works toward 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

Requirements

• High School Degree
• At least two years' experience working with drills and explosives, or previous military experience in explosive handling
• Demonstrates basic blasting problem-solving skills
• Able to travel out of town as needed
• Ability to obtain blasting licenses
• Must be able to pass ATF screenings

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

Benefits

• Two retirement plans: Employer-contributed Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and company-matched 401(k)
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
• Training and development opportunities

Maine Drilling & Blasting is a majority Employee-Owned company with a culture built on Respect, Fairness, Honesty, and Responsibility.