Drilling & Blasting Superintendent

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
-Design, load, and detonate blasts according to site-specific plans and regulatory standards
-Drill blast holes in designated patterns based on project requirements
-Monitor environmental conditions (weather, ground stability, geological anomalies etc.) to adjust blasting techniques as necessary
-Conduct post-blast inspections to ensure successful detonation and safety compliance.
-Follow all federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA and MSHA guidelines
-Maintain and enforce strict safety protocols to protect workers, equipment, and surrounding areas
-Conduct pre-blast and post-blast safety checks
-Store, transport, and handle explosives in compliance with legal regulations
-Operate and maintain blasting equipment, including drills, seismographs and detonators
-Inspect tools and machinery before and after use to ensure proper functioning
-Troubleshoot issues related to detonation failure, misfires, or unexpected results
-Read and interpret site plans, and blasting specifications
-Calculate explosive quantities, charge distributions, and timing sequences for optimal results
-Communicate with engineers, site supervisors, and crew members to coordinate blast schedules
-Ensure blasting activities do not disrupt nearby structures, roadways, or sensitive areas
-Maintain detailed records of blast operations, safety procedures, and explosive usage

Education/Skills and Specifications:
-High School Degree (preferred)
-Basic or advanced math skills, knowledge of design/plans and construction principles
-General knowledge of construction materials, tools, and equipment
-Ability to work with different construction equipment/tools
-Manual dexterity
-Ability to effectively communicate with crew, contractors and Job Superintendent(s)
-Understand instructions from supervisory positions, both written and verbal
-Possess necessary communication skills in both written and verbal forms
-Must be punctual, have a strong work ethic, and maintain a good attendance record
-Must be able to work as a team on all projects

Position Requirements:
-Consent to authorization of a pre-employment work screen
-Must be able to pass a drug screen
-Consent to authorization of a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record request
-Current Missouri Blaster’s License preferred
-Class A CDL w/ HAZMAT endorsement preferred
-Reliable transportation to and from work
-Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
-Willingness to work overtime, nights, weekends, as needed
-Willingness to travel/work out of town

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements to successfully perform the job functions related to this position are:
-Ability to reach below/at/above shoulders
-Pushing/Pulling
-Twisting/Bending
-Sitting/Standing/Balancing
-Operate machine controls
-Simple/Firm grasping
-Ability to carry up to 75 pounds
-Ability to lift/lower up to 75 pounds
-Squatting/Stooping/Crouching
-Kneeling/Crawling

Twehous Excavating Company, Inc. is committed to fair hiring practices and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, veteran status or handicap. The Company will ensure affirmative action and fairness including, but not limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment advertising, layoff, termination, rates of pay, any other forms of compensation, or selection for training, including apprenticeship training.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $64,813 - $97,218