What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Blaster (Construction/Quarry) position at MDB Group?
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LICENSED BLASTER-
Performs blasting activity in accordance with job program to achieve anticipated production. This position supports the direction of the Blasting Supervisor and Project Superintendent. Reports blasting results and status to Project Superintendent or Blasting Supervisor for input and direction.
Responsibilities :
- Performs assigned blasting activities.
- Works as a job site blaster and receives direction from Blasting Supervisor and / or Project Superintendent
- Provides input on blast-related activities to aid direct supervisor in plans
- Identifies blast site problems and resolves with Blasting Supervisor or Project Superintendent, if necessary
- Verifies that pre-blast inspections have been conducted prior to blasting
- Performs all necessary pre-blast tests and seismograph setup as needed
- Understands and follows all Company safety policies and practices
- Places supply and material requests through Blasting Supervisor or Project Superintendent as needed
- Monitors the relationship between blast pattern and type of digging and reports results to Blasting Supervisor or Project Superintendent
- Documents use of explosives and completes required inventory paperwork
- Expected to transport explosives across state lines, as needed
- Is responsible for completing field accounting reports and required trip manifest forms as needed
- All other duties as assigned
- Attends company meetings as required
- Participates in daily heads up safety meetings
Qualifications
Physical Requirements
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Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
