Laborer (Construction) - Smyrna, TN

Job Posted 9/29/2026
Maine Drilling & Blasting
Smyrna, TN
United States
Pay
$18.00 to $20.00 Per Hour
Job Description

Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. We provide a unique and generous array of benefits including two retirement plans, an Employer-contributed Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and company matched 401(k). In addition to health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, we also offer training and development opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the drilling and blasting industry hands-on, while gaining a valuable skillset. As we continue to expand operations up and down the east coast, opportunities for growth are plentiful. The sky is the limit, come rock your career at MD&B!

 

LABORER-CONSTRUCTION                                                          

Ability to perform job specific instruction provided by Superintendents, Blasting Supervisor or Drill Operators. Individuals must be safety-minded and able to work well in varying weather environments. Out of town travel and overtime may be required.

Responsibilities:

  • Adhere to Company Safety procedures and policies

  • Submit the following records to Blaster/Foreman on a Weekly basis:  Accurate and Signed Time Card
  • Ability to quickly learn safety aspects of working construction sites and working around explosives
  • Ability to take direction and perform construction laboring activities
  • Ability to work unsupervised occasionally
  • Pump blast holes dry with water pump
  • Load and unload explosives from truck
  • Carry buckets of stemming stone to stem blast holes
  • Maintain clean and organize job site
  • Participate in monthly Foreman, periodic safety and job meetings as needed
  • Participate in daily heads up safety meetings
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Valid Drivers License with good driving record and own transportation
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical & drug screen. 
  • Must successfully pass criminal background check for ATF
  • Experience with construction laborer helpful, but not necessary
  • Ability to learn and develop skills to later perform higher level tasks

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to perform essential functions of the position
  • Position requires proficiency to work at a steady pace on uneven and loose surfaces outside
  • Ability to lift up to 100 lbs occasionally, 5% of time
  • Ability to lift 50lbs, 50% of the time
  • Stooping and bending 60 – 70% of the time

    Pay: 18$-20$ per hour plus $150/week vehicle/travel allowance.

    Skeptical about advancement opportunities? Check out these videos:

    • Dante (CST) talks about what it’s like to work at MD&B: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrSWPW4Qbgo
    • Dan (CEO) talks about career advancement opportunities: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvloIft9KPY
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