Explosive Worker
Jeffery Foster
Daily Activities
Explosive workers prepare and set of explosions to blast areas of rock, ground, or structures so that work can be done.
Working Conditions
- Are responsible for the safety of other at the work site
- Constantly exposed to hazardous conditions
- Must be very exact and be sure all details are done errors could seriously injure themselves and other workers
- May travel to work sites out of there location
Yearly Wages
In Missouri, explosives workers earn a median wage of $38,140 per year
Preparation and/or Training
You need a high school diploma or equivalent and a complete moderate-term, on-the-job-training
5 Important Skills and Abilites
- Communication
- Reason and problem solve
- Work with people
- Work with things
- Manage oneself, people, time, and things
Recommended Core Classes
- Blueprint reading
- Safety and First Aid
Explosive Workers