Job Information
M & J Explosives, LLC Laborer / Blaster Helper in Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Overall responsibility Provide safe and quality blasting services to exceed customer requirements.
Key areas of responsibility
- Awareness of importance of safety procedures and potential consequences if procedures are not followed in proper sequence and within regulations.
- All safety regulations and site responsibility checklist followed.
- Insert primers into boreholes.
- Load boreholes under the direct supervision of the blaster in charge.
- Stem boreholes as direct by blaster in charge
- Assist in the initiation of the shot by stopping traffic and/or controlling other workers on the job site and the general public.
Safety, Health, Environment
- Alerts management immediately about any safety concerns, illness, injuries or environmental incidents
- Participates in safety meetings and trainings regularly.
- Full understanding of all vehicle safety procedures.
- Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment, wear and maintain all PPE according to manufacture recommendations.
- Learn and follow all SH&E requirements related to the job.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area at all times.
- Constantly review the workplace for hazards, which could leave to injury, illness or incident and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
- Address improper SH&E practices observed in co-workers including contractors.
- Look for opportunities to improve SH&E performance and actively participate in SH&E improvement activities.
- Comply with all regulatory requirements of the job and SH&E policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge of DOT, MSHA, ATF and OSHA regulations and procedures a plus.
- Experience working in a mining environment (MSHA certified) is a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Work Environment involves being outside in all types of weather.
- Lifting up to 60 pounds.
- Carrying 55 pounds or more of product or other materials.
- Pushing/Pulling in working with equipment.
- Other Activities include frequent bending and squatting during preparation for shots.
Language
- English (required)