Job Brief
Responsible for performing all blast site duties under the supervision of a blaster in charge, and for loading products into delivery trucks in a reliable and safe manner.
Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in the commercial explosives industry. We provide innovative blasting solutions and quality explosives products throughout North America, Australia and selected customers in the Asia Pacific.
Join us in everything that’s great about Dyno Nobel: our culture, our values, our commitment to safety and most importantly our people. This combination makes Dyno Nobel a terrific place to work.
What You’ll Do
As a Blaster Helper, you will assist the blaster in charge in performing blast site duties. You will be responsible for loading products (bulk and packaged) into delivery trucks in a reliable and secure manner. Other duties will include:
- Perform all blast site duties under the supervision of a blaster in charge.
- Assist in blast design and layout of drill patterns.
- Assist blaster with blast reports via data entry.
- Assist with blast site hazard assessments to ensure the blast site is a safe work environment for all involved.
- Ensure that all equipment to be used daily is clean and in good operating condition including vehicles used for delivery of explosives products.
- Transport explosives in a safe and efficient manner via delivery truck.
- Proactively support safety programs by participating in training and safety meetings.
What we're looking for:
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Prior manual labor experience preferred
- Ability to read, write and speak English and to communicate in written and verbally
- Ability to work primarily outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to wear personal protective equipment where required.
- Required to lift up to 25 Kg’s.
- Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player
What We Offer:
- Vacation time + paid holidays
- Health Care + Life insurance + AD&D
- RRSP + RPP (after 1 year of continuous employment)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous paid parental leave
- Friendly and supportive coworkers
Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere
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
Women, veterans, members of First Nations, indigenous people, and Métis are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.