Primer-Chemical Area Technician Lvl 3B 10hr day shift

Responsibilities

• Use and handle chemicals such as soda ash, Nitric and Sulfuric acids, Resorcinol, Sodium Sulfate, Magnesium Styphnate, Lead Nitrite, and other related chemicals and solutions.
• Identify, transport, and store explosive materials according to specified safety procedures.
• Operate and tend mixing kettles, drowning tanks, storage tanks, filters, disposable tubs, etc. to manufacture the explosive ingredients used in priming mixtures.
• Perform and maintain appropriate paperwork and record keeping, maintaining inventory and BATFE requirements of licenses.
• Combine various ingredients into premixes by weighing, sieving and blending raw materials according to specified formulas.
• Combine wet initialing powders, oxidizers, and fuel powders by use of a mixing machine from a remote control house to make wet priming mixtures.
• Identify, transport and store explosive mixture according to specified procedure.
• Perform and maintain appropriate paperwork and record keeping.
• Perform other tasks in associated area as needed.
• Adhere to all explosive safety procedures at all times.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Complete a written aptitude evaluation and interview process.
• Able to lift 40+ pounds.
• Prior to assignment in an explosive area, must be examined by plant physician.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform tasks in potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives.

Skills

• Ability to read and calibrate PH meters, moisture balances, and perform basic math skills.
• Knowledge of chemical handling and safety procedures.
• Experience with explosives and manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401K plan.
• PTO (Paid Time Off).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Gear discounts.
• The ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Pay

Starting Hourly Rate: $25.12
The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.

Schedule

Not specified.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401K plan.
• PTO (Paid Time Off).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Gear discounts.
• The ability to add value to an exciting mission!