- Interpreting and following detailed technical plans and blueprints.
- Setting up and operating machinery, tools and equipment to shape, cut and finish parts and components.
- Detecting and diagnosing faults in equipment and machinery.
- Performing repairs and replacing damaged parts in machinery and equipment.
- Carrying out routine maintenance and servicing tasks.
- Documenting and recording completion of tasks, issues identified and actions taken.
- Adhering to safety guidelines and procedures.
- Drilling blast holes
- Loading explosives in blast holes by hand, or directing bulk explosives trucks to load holes
- Connecting electrical wires, detonating cords or fuses into series and connecting the series to blasting machines
- Detonating charges
- Conducting field tests to determine the type and quantity of explosives required
- Directing the drilling of blast holes and determining the depth and diameter of blast holes
- Handling, storing and transporting explosives and accessories
- Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
- Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
- Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
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