Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. We provide a unique and generous array of benefits including two retirement plans, an Employer-contributed Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and company matched 401(k). In addition to health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, we also offer training and development opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the drilling and blasting industry hands-on, while gaining a valuable skillset. As we continue to expand operations up and down the east coast, opportunities for growth are plentiful. The sky is the limit, come rock your career at MD&B!
LABORER-QUARRY
Ability to perform job specific instruction provided by Superintendents, Blasting Supervisor or Drill Operators. Individuals must be safety-minded and able to work well in varying weather environments. Out of town travel and overtime may be required.
Responsibilities:
Adhere to Company Safety procedures and policies
Submit the following records to Blaster/Foreman on a Weekly basis: Accurate and Signed Time Card
Ability to quickly learn safety aspects of working construction sites and working around explosives
Ability to take direction and perform construction laboring activities
Ability to work unsupervised occasionally
Pump blast holes dry with water pump
Load and unload explosives from truck
Carry buckets of stemming stone to stem blast holes
Maintain clean and organize job site
Participate in monthly Foreman, periodic safety and job meetings as needed
Participate in daily heads up safety meetings
Other duties as assigned Qualifications
Valid Drivers License with good driving record and own transportation
Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical & drug screen.
Must successfully pass criminal background check for ATF
Experience with construction laborer helpful, but not necessary
Ability to learn and develop skills to later perform higher level tasks Physical Requirements
Ability to perform essential functions of the position
Position requires proficiency to work at a steady pace on uneven and loose surfaces outside
Ability to lift up to 100 lbs occasionally, 5% of time
Ability to lift 50lbs, 50% of the time
Stooping and bending 60 - 70% of the time Starting Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour plus $150 weekly travel allowance. Pay raise incentives as you train and hit target deliverables.
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Does this sound like you? If it does, then go ahead and hit that APPLY button because we cannot wait to meet you!
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