Blasting Technical Rep

Maine Drilling & Blasting - Gardiner, ME

Full-time - Mid Level

Gardiner, ME

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Blasting Technical Representative at Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) provides essential field blasting support, focusing on the development and presentation of blaster training programs and public relations activities. This role involves evaluating and facilitating the application of blasting techniques and products, ensuring operational excellence and safety in all blasting operations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and facilitates the application of blasting techniques and products.
• Provides inter-company technical reports on blasting applications, procedures, and results.
• Provides hands-on assistance in the planning and development of blasting projects as needed.
• Assists in the development and presentation of blasting plans and procedures as well as the development of blasting specific best practices guidelines for the Company and its operating standards.
• Assists with project reviews to reduce cost, ongoing blasting product testing, and the investigation of blasting incidents and related issues.
• Supports the Company in business development initiatives, technical support communications to employees, and the development and support of Company Safety Policies.
• Participates with Blaster Training Committee as well as Blaster and Blaster Training Programs.
• Participates in monthly Foreman, periodic safety and job meetings as needed.
• Attends daily heads-up safety meetings.
• Performs out of town and state travel to worksites as necessary.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates a commitment to the 'Safety First' mantra throughout the company.
• Provides oversight and direction in a supportive role during the technical training process.

Requirements

• At least five years of experience in the drilling and blasting industry, with a minimum of two years in a technical-focused position.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in Blasting Technical Training with the ability to obtain valid Blasting Certificates.
• Knowledge of various Federal and State regulations pertaining to the use and handling of commercial explosives.
• Broad knowledge of commercial explosives and commercial explosives applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and task orientation.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities with a high capacity for flexibility.
• Strong team orientation with the ability to work well with others.
• Possesses a valid state driver's license with access to reliable transportation and an acceptable driver's record as defined by the Company's insurance carrier.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical exam and drug/alcohol test.
• Must successfully pass criminal background check for ATF.
• Ability to perform prolonged periods of standing, walking, and reaching, as well as lifting, pushing, and pulling.

Benefits

• Employer-contributed Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement program.
• Traditional Company matched 401(k).
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.