COLASKA INC
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Blaster In Charge (BIC)
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COLASKA INC .
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Southeast Road Builders (SERB) is one of the companies within Colaska Inc., a Colas USA subsidiary operating throughout the state of Alaska. Established in Haines in 1977, SERB is a well-recognized name in the local community. Offering tailored civil construction services, SERB is proud of its reputation for excellent customer satisfaction. To learn more about the Colaska Family of Companies, visit www.colaska.com.
Colas USA offers competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, and utilizing new technology.
Job Summary The Blaster in Charge will oversee project activities related to blasting operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for onsite coordination of equipment and personnel—including blasting equipment, a blast specialist, and a blast crew—to ensure the project’s quality, time, budget, and safety requirements are met. The role requires frequent communication with other onsite supervisors and the owner’s representatives and serves as a frontline manager pivotal to project and organizational success.
Main Responsibilities
Directly supervise blasting operations.
Collaborate with onsite supervision and the owner’s representative.
Interface regularly with the Owner’s Representative and the Blasting Consultant to address matters related to blasting.
Implement safety protocols and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to blasting activities.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of blasting operations, making adjustments as necessary to optimize production.
Maintain accurate records and reports on production, quality control, and safety activities.
Must be able to work Saturdays and Sundays; typical weekly work hours can meet or exceed 60 hours.
Develop and mentor direct reports.
Required Qualifications
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interface with engineers, consultants, and field personnel.
Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
Relevant certifications in blasting operations and safety (e.g., Blaster’s License) preferred.
Minimum 10 years of blasting experience utilizing controlled blasting techniques.
Minimum 5 years of specialized experience with presplitting techniques, including precision presplitting, in mixed‑rock types similar to the bedrock strata present at the project site.
Minimum experience as the Blaster in Charge from start to finish on at least two rock excavation projects requiring 100,000 linear feet of controlled blasting each, with no claims to the owner.
MSHA certification.
OSHA 10 certification.
Physical Requirements
Pass a pre‑employment drug screen and participate in a monthly random drug‑screen pool.
Must be able to pass drug screening and a PAT (physical abilities test).
Equal Opportunity Employer Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to
meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
complete any part of the application process
access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
Please contact Colas Inc. at 973‑290‑9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Construction
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Blaster In Charge (BIC)
role at
COLASKA INC .
Be among the first 25 applicants.
Southeast Road Builders (SERB) is one of the companies within Colaska Inc., a Colas USA subsidiary operating throughout the state of Alaska. Established in Haines in 1977, SERB is a well-recognized name in the local community. Offering tailored civil construction services, SERB is proud of its reputation for excellent customer satisfaction. To learn more about the Colaska Family of Companies, visit www.colaska.com.
Colas USA offers competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, and utilizing new technology.
Job Summary The Blaster in Charge will oversee project activities related to blasting operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for onsite coordination of equipment and personnel—including blasting equipment, a blast specialist, and a blast crew—to ensure the project’s quality, time, budget, and safety requirements are met. The role requires frequent communication with other onsite supervisors and the owner’s representatives and serves as a frontline manager pivotal to project and organizational success.
Main Responsibilities
Directly supervise blasting operations.
Collaborate with onsite supervision and the owner’s representative.
Interface regularly with the Owner’s Representative and the Blasting Consultant to address matters related to blasting.
Implement safety protocols and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to blasting activities.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of blasting operations, making adjustments as necessary to optimize production.
Maintain accurate records and reports on production, quality control, and safety activities.
Must be able to work Saturdays and Sundays; typical weekly work hours can meet or exceed 60 hours.
Develop and mentor direct reports.
Required Qualifications
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interface with engineers, consultants, and field personnel.
Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
Relevant certifications in blasting operations and safety (e.g., Blaster’s License) preferred.
Minimum 10 years of blasting experience utilizing controlled blasting techniques.
Minimum 5 years of specialized experience with presplitting techniques, including precision presplitting, in mixed‑rock types similar to the bedrock strata present at the project site.
Minimum experience as the Blaster in Charge from start to finish on at least two rock excavation projects requiring 100,000 linear feet of controlled blasting each, with no claims to the owner.
MSHA certification.
OSHA 10 certification.
Physical Requirements
Pass a pre‑employment drug screen and participate in a monthly random drug‑screen pool.
Must be able to pass drug screening and a PAT (physical abilities test).
Equal Opportunity Employer Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to
meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
complete any part of the application process
access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
Please contact Colas Inc. at 973‑290‑9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Construction
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