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Must have CAL-OSHA Blasters License\nMust be able to Obtain Employee Possessors Permit from BATF Must be able to obtain California Certificate of Eligibility\nMust be able to understand and follow MSHA, CAL-OSHA, and BATF explosive safety regulations.\nDemonstrated proficiency in operating large (+100 ton capacity) mine haulage and/or water trucks. Experience in supporting blasting operations.\nMust be capable of maintaining production records and reports as required. Demonstrated capability to inspect equipment and initiate corrective actions as required.\nMust be able to hear and be understood during 2-way radio communications.\nMust be capable of performing all other tasks, duties and assignments that may be required as part of qualifications listed above.\nAbout you\nTo be successfully considered for this role, you will have:\n3 or more years working with a Licensed Blaster\n3 years of experience in heavy equipment operation.\nMust have high school diploma or GED equivalent. \nMust be able to read, write, and perform basic math. \nMust have an understanding of the electrical and mechanical functions of the equipment used.\nLicense/Certifications:\nMust have current and valid state civil driver’s license.\nSkills with oxyacetylene cutting, burning, or brazing and making electrical repairs.\nWhat we offer\nWe are committed to providing our employees with a generous benefits package. Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking, your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress, we provide:\nA safety-focused and inclusive working environment\nAccess to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.\n401(k) matching program (company matched .35 per dollar up to 5% of your base pay)\nGenerous Rio Tinto employee share program, which allows you to purchase Rio Tinto Company shares.\nComprehensive leave policies which cover all moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.\nA favorable child-caregiver leave program (Up to 100% salary top-up)\nOngoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family; to help in addressing educational opportunities, addiction treatment, depression, stress, domestic issues, financial management, and legal concerns.\nDiscount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing.\nWhere you will be working\nRio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world’s demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.\nAbout Rio Tinto\nRio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents.\nOur purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs - striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities\nAbout Rio Tinto\nRio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.\nWe have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs - striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.\nRespect and Inclusion\nRio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.\nWe are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.\nRio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. 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