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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 previous military experience in explosive handling. Demonstrates basic blasting problem solving skills Able to travel out of town as needed, 80%  of daily  travel is within 50 miles of Brooksville, FL 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

 

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