Driller

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 a **Driller** based out of **Bedford, NS**. This position will require weekly travel to **Moncton, NB. **Long-term position opportunities are available in Bedford, NS once this project is complete.

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

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

- Class 1 Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road