Explosive Blaster Jobs (NOW HIRING)

EXPLOSIVE BLASTERS

Locations: Greencastle, PA | Allentown, PA | York, PA | Hanover, PA | Harrisburg, PA | Hagerstown, MD |Frederick, MD
 

Relocation assistance may be offered for qualified candidates.

We are seeking Explosives Blasters to join our Orica USA Commercial team. In this role, you'll be responsible for the daily loading and firing of blasts, supporting and mentoring your team, and building strong customer relationships at various sites.

   Global Leader: Work with cutting-edge blasting technology and digital solutions.
   Safety First: Be part of a company that prioritizes your well-being and sets industry standards.
   Career Growth: Access training, certifications, and opportunities for advancement.
   Innovation: Collaborate on projects that use advanced blasting techniques and automation.
   Global Reach: Opportunities to work on diverse projects across multiple regions.

   Ensure safety and protection of Orica employees, customers, and the public
   Foster a culture of empowerment, involvement, and continuous improvement
   Deliver operational requirements to meet business and customer expectations
   Ensure compliance with quality specifications and procedures
   Maximize asset utilization and availability
   Attend mine daily planning meetings as required
   Flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing priorities

   Monday through Friday
   Early morning starts (approx. 6AM)
   Local driving up to 3 hours to Orica sites

   1-3 years of blasting experience (required)
   Knowledge of non-electric and electronic detonators; experience with packaged and bulk explosives
   Understanding of mining, quarry, and construction regulations
   Basic computer skills
   High school diploma or equivalent (required)
   Blaster license preferred (or ability to acquire locally)
   Quarry blasting experience is a plus

   Work outdoors in all weather conditions
   Lift up to 60 lbs and carry 50 lbs or more
   Load products, pull hoses, fill holes, climb on/off trucks
   Frequent bending, squatting, shoveling, and pushing/pulling equipment
   Extended work hours and moderate physical demands in a fast-paced environment

Please Note: This posting is intended to collect candidate information for Orica's talent pool and does not represent an immediate job opening. By completing your candidate profile, our recruiters will gain visibility into your background and may contact you for future opportunities that align with your experience and interests. To stay informed about new openings, we also encourage you to create a Job Alert on our career site. This feature allows you to set your preferred job criteria and receive email notifications when matching positions are posted.

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Compensation

   Annual Salary 
   Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan
   Company Truck

(Salary to be determined by the applicant's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)

Benefits 

   Medical/Prescription Drug - Three (3) plans to choose from
   Dental - Two (2) plans to choose from
   Vision - Two (2) plans to choose from
   Health Savings Account
   Flexible Spending Accounts
   Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance 
   Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance 
   Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
   Company provided Employee Assistance Program
   Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Plans
   Voluntary Identity Theft Protection 
   Voluntary Legal Plan
   401(k) + Company Match
   Company provided Maternity Leave
   Company provided Bonding Leave
   Accrued Paid Time Off 
   Paid Sick & Safe Time
   Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays

At Orica, it's the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals, and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilize the earth's resources.

It's an exciting time to join us - we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

Orica has been recognized as one of the top companies for women to work for in the transportation industry by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT) in 2023, 2024, and 2025.

If interested in joining the Orica team and to be contacted by the Orica Recruiting team, text "New Job" to 52345. 
 

Orica does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.  Do not apply for this role if you will need Orica Immigration Sponsorship (e.g., H1-B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

We Respect and Value All

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.

We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica.  Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process.  All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.