What are the responsibilities and job description for the Blaster in Training position at Dyno Nobel?
Job Brief
As a Blaster in Training, you will perform all blast duties under the supervision of a blaster in charge and become a key player in our field support team.
Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.
What You’ll Do:
As a Blaster in Training, you will p erform all blast duties under the supervision of a blaster in charge. Duties include:
Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward
Think Customer. Everyone. Every day
Treat the Business as our Own
Care for the Community & our Environment
Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
Deliver on our Promises
Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
As a Blaster in Training, you will perform all blast duties under the supervision of a blaster in charge and become a key player in our field support team.
Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.
What You’ll Do:
As a Blaster in Training, you will p erform all blast duties under the supervision of a blaster in charge. Duties include:
- Ensure compliance with applicable Company HSE Performance Standards, MSHA, Cal OSHA, as well as applicable acts and regulations.
- Become a Key Player in Our Field Support Team
- Transform Customer Experiences with Your Expertise
- Utilize Advanced Drone Software and Hardware
- Provide High-Quality Aerial Solutions to Clients
- Support Various Projects Across Different Industries
- Prepare all records and reports concerning blasting activities, including safety, in order to assure accurate billing, regulatory compliance and performance history.
- Operation UAVs for precision mapping and data collection
- Conduct aerial surveys and geospatial analysis using advanced UAV technology
- Provide system integration, technical documentation, and custom training
- Proactively handle safety issues and practice Take 5! Process by using the HAT tool to promote personal responsibility for safety.
- Innovation operation of Software and Hardware Support.
- Maintain safe working conditions and assure that all crew members and others on the site follow all safety and regulatory procedures and practices to ensure a safe and successful event
- Work from heights daily requiring fall protection and training.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English, and to communicate in writing and verbally.
- Must have drone experience
- Ability to acquire/maintain all appropriate Blasting licenses and certifications required by federal, state and local entities within one year.
- Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives
- Ability to acquire and maintain FAA Remote Pilots License within six months.
- Great attitudes willingness to learn and work hard
- Field technician experience
- Equipment operator experience
- Blasting, Mining, Strayos, Cad, drilling
- Survey skills – geo special experience or training
- 3 weeks annual paid vacation time 12 paid holidays PTO days
- Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
- Up to a 4% 401k match PLUS additional company contribution from 1% to 5% based on years of service
- A generous tuition reimbursement program
- Generous paid parental leave
- Friendly and supportive coworkers
Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward
Think Customer. Everyone. Every day
Treat the Business as our Own
Care for the Community & our Environment
Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
Deliver on our Promises
Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.