Miner Production U/G Class 3 Underground Blaster Helper - CRI

JOB OFFER

Miner Production U/G Class 3 

Underground Blaster Helper

PERMANENT POSITION – UNIONIZED POSITION TO FILL 1 Reference MI26-01

HOURLY RATE 43,34$ DEADLINE TO APPLY JANUARY 22, 2026

The work location is in Nunavik and the normal work schedule is on a rotation of 6 weeks: 3 weeks worked (77 hours 

per week, 7 days a week) followed by 3 weeks for rest.

PRIVILEGES & BENEFITS 

• Competitive remuneration, coupled with additional benefits such as bonuses, as well as a comprehensive 

range of social benefits including group insurance, a generous retirement plan, telemedicine, the PAEF, and 

many more.

• Enriching and stimulating learning opportunities.

• A friendly, committed, and collaborative working environment

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Reporting to the Supervisor, the main responsibilities of the Blaster Helper are:

• Execute all assigned explosive loading tasks as directed by the lead blaster, in compliance with current 

standards and regulations.

• Assist the blaster in executing blasting work or any other task requiring the use of explosives.

• Prepare the site for the driller.

• Maintain inventory tracking of explosive and non-explosive products.

• Perform equipment inspections before and after each shift.

• If required, assume the responsibilities of the blaster.

• As needed, perform any other tasks requested by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Have the skill to operate a CAT AD30 mining truck, a CAT 420F backhoe, and a Jeep Land Cruiser boom 

truck.

• Possess a General Explosives Permit.

• Have obtained a high school diploma.

• Familiarity with electronic initiation systems is an asset.

• Possess mining modules FMTM 1 to 5 and 7.

• Have 0 to 2 years of experience.

• Due to frequent interactions with French-speaking team members, bilingualism (French/English) is an asset 

to facilitate and improve internal communications.

SKILLS SOUGHT

• Ability to work with a diverse and multicultural team.

• Autonomy, dynamism, positivity, respect, teamwork, and versatility.

• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining good relationships with others.

• Openness to constantly improving charging techniques.

The masculine is used for the sole purpose of lightening the text and designates both the feminine and the masculine. Only the selected candidates for an interview will be called.