Open-pit blaster

Résumé du poste

Conduct field tests, determine blast-hole dimensions, lay out drilling patterns, and operate drilling equipment at open-pit mines, quarries, and construction sites. Handle, load, connect, and detonate explosives while following safety regulations and procedures.

Détails du poste

Overview Languages French Education Registered Apprenticeship certificate Experience 1 to less than 7 months On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Outdoors Dusty Cold/refrigerated Dangerous Work setting Rural area Willing to relocate Relocation costs not covered by employer Responsibilities Tasks Conduct field tests to determine type and quantity of explosives required Determine depth and diameter of blast holes Drive and operate tracked or truck-mounted rotary drilling to bore large blast holes to specified depths at staked positions in open-pit mine or quarry Load explosives in blast holes by hand Read instructions or diagrams and lay out drill patterns Ensure health and safety regulations are followed Connect electrical wires, detonating cords or fuses into series and connect series to blasting machines; press handle or button to detonate charges Measure location and stake out pattern of holes to be drilled, load blast holes with explosives and detonate explosives to dislodge coal, ore or rock Operate air-track, rotary, down-the-hole or other drilling machines to drill blast holes or may direct drilling of blast holes Handle, store and transport explosives and accessories in accordance with regulations and ensure that safety procedures are observed Drive and operate air-track or other drilling machines to bore large blast holes to specified depths at staked positions in open-pit mine or quarry Operate drilling machines to drill blast holes in rock at road or other construction sites Assemble or direct other workers to assemble primer charges using selected detonators, fuses, detonating cords and other materials Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Blaster Trade Certification Experience and specialization Equipment and machinery experience Air-track drilling machine Blasting machines Detonating cords Detonators Drilling machine Fuses Galvanometer Safety mat Area of work experience Quarries Additional information Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Drive manual transmission vehicle Work conditions and physical capabilities Work under pressure Physically demanding Manual dexterity 20/20 vision Attention to detail Hand-eye co-ordination Ability to distinguish between colours Sound discrimination Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Handling heavy loads Personal suitability Accurate Dependability Excellent oral communication Flexibility Team player Judgement Benefits Health benefits Disability benefits Health care plan Financial benefits Life insurance Other Benefits Free parking available Parking available Travel insurance

Ce que vous ferez

Conduct field tests, determine blast-hole dimensions, lay out drilling patterns, and operate drilling equipment at open-pit mines, quarries, and construction sites. Handle, load, connect, and detonate explosives while following safety regulations and procedures.

Exigences

The posting lists a registered apprenticeship certificate and a Blaster Trade Certification, with 1 to less than 7 months of experience. A valid driver's licence and ability to drive a manual transmission vehicle are also specified, along with physical capability, accuracy, dependability, and attention to detail.

Avantages

• Disability Benefits
• Health Care Plan
• Life Insurance
• Travel Insurance
• Free Parking

Compétences indiquées

• Souci du détail · Souhaitée
• Travail d’équipe · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Open-Pit Blasting
• Explosives Handling
• Blast Hole Drilling
• Rotary Drilling
• Air-Track Drilling
• Drill Pattern Layout
• Blast Hole Loading
• Detonation Systems
• Blasting Machine Operation
• Explosives Safety
• Field Testing
• Manual Transmission Driving
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Attention to Detail
• Hand-Eye Coordination
• Teamwork

Domaines d’emploi

• Trades
• Construction
• Security & Safety

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