Heidelberg Materials North America
A leading supplier of construction materials, focusing on cement, concrete, aggregates, and innovative solutions.
Blaster Helper
Safely handle, load, and detonate explosives for quarry operations.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role works primarily in quarry settings where moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, humidity and high noise levels are common. • Safely handle, load, and detonate explosives for quarry operations. • Inspect blast areas and ensure compliance with safety regulations. • Calculate and prepare blast patterns to achieve optimal material fragmentation. • Operate and maintain blasting equipment and related tools. • Coordinate blasting schedules with team members. • Follow strict safety protocols and work safely at all times. • Read and interpret technical plans and measurements.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸explosives handling
- ▸blast inspection
- ▸blast planning
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸schedule coordination
- ▸safety protocols
What You Bring
• Apply strong knowledge of blasting techniques and quarry operations. • Communicate effectively and work well in a team. • Adapt to changing priorities and work independently. • Complete a pre‑employment physical exam, drug/alcohol screening and background check; some positions require ongoing FMCSA‑regulated testing.
Requirements
- ▸blasting
- ▸quarry
- ▸communication
- ▸adaptability
Benefits
Compensation is $26.70 per hour plus a $0.50 underground premium. Employees receive union‑provided medical, dental, vision and pension benefits, as well as paid vacation, sick leave and holidays. The company is an equal‑opportunity employer.
Work Environment
Onsite