Dexter Construction Looking for Drillers and Blasters at Bedford, NS Full Time

Dexter Construction is a large, diversified Construction Company engaged in all major aspects of the heavy civil construction industry within the Atlantic Provinces. We are currently seeking the qualifications and expertise of Drillers & Blasters based out of Bedford, NS.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive and operate tracked or truck-mounted rotary drilling, air-track or other drilling machines to bore large blast holes to specified depths at staked positions in open-pit mine, Construction sites and or quarry operations.
• May 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
• Read instructions or diagrams, lay out drill pattern and determine depth and diameter of blast holes and conduct field tests to determine type and quantity of explosives required
• Assemble or direct other workers to assemble primer charges using selected detonators, fuses, detonating cords and other materials/
• Load explosives in blast holes by hand or direct movement of bulk explosives trucks to load holes
• Connect electrical wires, detonating cords or fuses into series and connect series to blasting machines; press handle or button to denotate charges
• Handle, store and transport explosives and accessories in accordance with regulations and ensure that safety procedures are observed
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Experience, and Education:

• Provincial blasting License Class 1 or Class 2 or Trade Certification is required
• 5-7 years’ experience in drilling and/or blasting
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and engineering specifications
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that projects are completed properly
• Working safely is a condition of employment.

A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested candidates to submit a detailed resume.

We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.

Job Type: Full-time