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 Moncton, NB. This position will start in March/April 2024.

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 rockRead 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 requiredAssemble 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 holesConnect electrical wires, detonating cords or fuses into series and connect series to blasting machines; press handle or button to denotate chargesHandle, store and transport explosives and accessories in accordance with regulations and ensure that safety procedures are observedPerform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Experience, and Education:

Provincial blasting License Class 1 or Class 2 or Trade Certification is required5-7 years’ experience in drillingAbility to read and understand blueprints and engineering specificationsWillingness to work in a team environmentAbility to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible mannerComply with all safety policies and proceduresAbility to effectively communicate with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that projects are completed properlyWorking safely is a condition of employment.

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