Mining Field Technical Services Rep - (Lebannon, Kokomo, LaFayette, N. Indianapolis and Swayzee IN)
About The Position
We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a Mining Field Technical Services Representative within our Orica USA team focused on designing and executing planned explosive blasts by determining correct products, precise quantities, and safe application methods. Ensures effective use of explosives in compliance with the Service Operations Manual to meet customer requirements at Orica-serviced locations. Locations: Lebannon, Kokomo, LaFayette, Northern Indianapolis and Swayzee, INDIANA This is a Field position with limited office time, with approx. 50% field activity.
Requirements
- Technical Expertise: Experience in mining engineering, explosives, or related fields.
- Sales & Client Focus: Proven ability to identify client needs and deliver tailored solutions.
- Tech-Savvy: Comfortable with computer-based data tools (e.g., Boretrak, laser profiling, drone mapping) and Microsoft Office.
- Trainer & Collaborator: Ability to train others and work across teams.
- Personal Qualities: Integrity, resilience, strong communication, and decision-making skills.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Geosciences, Mining, or Engineering, or equivalent experience in explosives industry
- 2-5 years’ experience as a blasting professional, mining engineer, mining sales engineer, or related industry experience, including experience with the technical, business, and operations aspects of the mining or explosive industry.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in blasting solutions for construction, quarries, open pit, and underground mines.
- Background in mining/explosives product sales and technical support.
- Familiarity with drone mapping/photography is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Build relationships with key clients, identifying opportunities for Orica’s products and services.
- Provide technical support and training on explosives and blasting applications for mining, quarry, and construction.
- Support research, development, and marketing teams with your technical expertise.
- Promote and implement Electronic Blasting Systems (EBS) and other advanced solutions.
- Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and regulatory standards.
- Travel within Indiana and surrounding states (25–50%, mostly day trips, some overnights).
Benefits
- Medical/Prescription Drug – Three (3) plans to choose from
- Dental – Two (2) plans to choose from
- Vision – Two (2) plans to choose from
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Company provided Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Plans
- Voluntary Identity Theft Protection
- Voluntary Legal Plan
- 401(k) + Company Match
- Company provided Maternity Leave
- Company provided Bonding Leave
- Accrued Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick & Safe Time
- Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
