We are looking for experienced blasters in the quarrying and construction segments of the explosives industry. The ideal candidate has 3 to 5 years' experience as a Blaster and currently holds blaster licenses in NY and CT, other surrounding state licenses also preferred. Has the ability to supervise a blast crew. Has practical experience to conduct all elements of design, loading and detonation of a blast event in accordance with all state & federal regulations and company safety policies.
Qualifications Required:
•A minimum of 3 years of blasting experience.
•Must possess a current Blasting License.
•Must be able to qualify for an ATF Employee Possessor permit.
•Understand the proper application of all current bulk and packaged explosives products.
•Experience with nonelectric and/or electronic initiation systems.
•Must know how to design and layout a blast.
•Know how to layout angled-hole blasts.
•Proficiency with a laser profiler.
•Ability to calculate product quantities for an explosive order.
•Ability to interpret a drill log and prepare a loading plan based on drilling conditions.
•Knowledge and ability to conduct a pre-blast site inspection.
•Must understand all elements of blast loading.
•Must be able to detonate a blast and understand the safety components related to that activity.
•Know how to use a seismograph.
•Basic computer skills and the ability to complete an Electronic Blast Report.
•Able to work outside in all weather conditions.
•Able to do physical labor include lifting 75 lbs.+ packages, bending and shoveling.
•Willing and able to travel in all states we provide services, understanding accommodations will be provided when deemed necessary.
•Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
•Ability to pass drug screenings.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $90,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person