Description: 

Assist the Blaster with design, layout, prepare, and detonate planned explosive related blasts with correct products, measured quantities, safe application, and effective use of explosives to dislodge limestone from the mine in alignment with company policy/guidelines.  Assist the Blaster with inspecting the blasting area and magazines, check equipment, and help maintain the area to ensure that all laws and safety regulations are followed.

 

Responsibilities & Requirements:

Assist the Blaster in the implementation of safety programs to ensure the safety of employees Assist the Blaster in the Pre-Shift inspection Assist the Blaster in the Lay out pattern to and determine depth and diameter of blast holes and quantity of explosives needed Assist the Blaster in Loading explosives in blast holes  Assist the Blaster in Connecting wire, detonating cords, fuses into series and connect series to detonate charges Assist the Blaster in Handling, store, track, and transport explosives in accordance with company policy and regulations Assist the Blaster in Maintaining accurate data/records/documentation Assist the Blaster with Ensuring compliance with health and safety and all related legal/statutory regulations, policies and procedures, codes, professional duties, responsibilities and obligations Other duties as assigned High School Diploma or GED

 

Yager Materials Provides a competitive compensation package:

Group medical/pharmacy insurance options with company funded health care spending accounts  Dental insurance Vision insurance A 401k account with company contribution and matching contribution A robust Wellness program with financial rewards Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance Options to purchase additional life insurance (employee, spouse, and child) and additional employee long-term disability insurance. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid holidays and paid vacation time Tuition benefits including professional certifications Employee referral program