Licensed Blaster
Rogers Communications · Nashville · $30/hr (stated in the posting)
Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.
Rogers Group is currently seeking a Licensed Blaster to conduct the daily blasting operations at our Reostone Quarry and Underground Mine in Nashville, TN. The candidate will be responsible for the daily loading, transportation, storage and security of all aspects of the underground mine blasting process.
Job Details:
- Full Time
- Day Shift
- Location: Reostone Quarry in Nashville, TN
- Wages start at $30.00/hr.
- Occasional overtime available and extensive medical and retirement benefits
Job Responsibilities:
- The candidate will be responsible for the daily loading, transportation, storage and security of all aspects of the underground mine blasting process.
- The person will also be responsible for keeping and maintaining the daily and monthly blasting reports for all explosive materials.
- They will also be required to assist in mine management of the drilling and shot layout process to include shot timing and fragmentation analysis.
Qualifications:
- Uncompromising focus on safety excellence
- Underground Blaster Handler's Card or the ability to obtain one
- Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms compliance
- Demonstrated ability to safely perform all essential functions of this position
- Two (2) years minimum of blasting experience in a quarry or mining environment preferred but not required
- Two (2) years of underground mining experience preferred but not required
- Proven safe work record with belief and value seen in courageous leadership model
- Good attendance record
- Ability to be an integral team member in a growing, fast-paced environment
- Proven record with full cycle mining including, but not limited to drilling, blasting, haulage and ground support
- Candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Rogers Group provides extensive benefits, strong compensation, and a safe, drug-free working environment.
As a Rogers Group employee, you will have access to our competitive company perks, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
- Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
- Retirement 401(k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.
- Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
- Paid Holiday’s including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
- Paid vacation available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
- Annual performance-based merit increases.
- Career growth/advancement opportunities.
RGI EEO Statement
It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
All applications are accepted online at www.rogersgroupinc.com.
It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
All applications are accepted online at www.rogersgroupinc.com.
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