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Blast Helper - Mining

Employer
Ledcor
Location
Eureka, Nevada, United States
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Feb 16, 2021

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Job Summary:
You are a mining Blast Helper who takes pride in safe work practices. You will be instrumental in aiding with the planning, layout, loading, and set-up for blast patterns. If you are a driven individual, who continuously looks for opportunities to learn and grow, this position is for you!

We are looking for people to join our safety culture and to grow their career with us.

Develop your mining experience with Ledcor in Nevada, United States.

With our vast long-term projects in multiple locations across Nevada and into California, we are continuously growing. Learn more about Ledcor here.

Hear more from our mining team here.

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Perform tasks on the blasting crew, under the direct supervision of the Lead Blaster
  • Assists in completing the loading, tie-in, and detonation of the blast patterns to ensure timely and safe blasts in accordance with safety codes
  • Complete production reporting and other documentation as required
  • Communicate effectively and professionally with other team members
  • Be a leader of both safety and production for the team by ensuring compliance with all company, client, and legislated policies and safety procedures


Qualifications:
  • Previous mining experience is preferred
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work with minimum supervisor
  • Current MSHA p. 48 metal/non-metal is preferred
  • Must have valid photo identification
  • Successful completion of pre-employment, drug, alcohol and physical capability testing
  • Successful completion of criminal background check
  • Must be able to arrange own accommodations, various options available in Eureka, Ely, or nearby RV parks


Work Conditions:
  • Monday-Thursday schedule, 12-hour day shifts
  • Ability to work overtime may be required
  • Employee benefits package and 401k plan participation offered after 60 days of continuous employment


Additional Information:

Company Description

Ledcor Mining services reach across the lifespan of a mine, from facility construction, to full-scale contract mining of coal, minerals, or metals, all the way to mine reclamation. Our service offerings are vast-as are the projects we work on.

But when you work for Ledcor, your experience will go far beyond the project. Do you want a career that means more? Join our True Blue team now!

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

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Company

With more than six decades of experience, Ledcor’s mining team has been one of the key building blocks of our organization. We have built relationships with some of the largest mining companies in the world – some for over 20 years and counting – by ensuring client satisfaction and by building a reputation of having uncompromising quality and safety standards.

From mine reclamation to tailing dams construction, mine mill facility construction, and full-scale contract mining, Ledcor’s service offering is vast. As are the projects we work on.

Company info
Location
1200-1067 Cordova St W
Vancouver
British Columbia
V6C 1C7
Canada

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