Blaster Helper

Heidelberg Materials • Connellsville, PA

6d • $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

Safely handle, load, and detonate explosives for quarry operations Inspect blast areas and ensure compliance with safety regulations Calculate and prepare blast patterns for optimal material fragmentation Operate and maintain blasting equipment and related tools Collaborate with team members to coordinate blasting schedules

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to work safely and follow strict safety protocols
• Strong understanding of blasting techniques and quarry operations
• Capability to read and interpret technical plans and measurements
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check
• Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing

Responsibilities

• Safely handle, load, and detonate explosives for quarry operations
• Inspect blast areas and ensure compliance with safety regulations
• Calculate and prepare blast patterns for optimal material fragmentation
• Operate and maintain blasting equipment and related tools
• Collaborate with team members to coordinate blasting schedules

Benefits

• $26.70 per hour plus an additional $0.50 per hour underground rate
• Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension
• Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees