Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters
Code: 47-5032.00
Also known as: Blast Hole Driller, Blaster, Explosive Technician, Powderman, Unexploded Ordnance Quality Control Officer
Description: Place and detonate explosives to demolish structures or to loosen, remove, or displace earth, rock, or other materials. May perform specialized handling, storage, and accounting procedures.
Typical wages
| 10% | $33,440 |
| 25% | $39,690 |
| Median | $48,510 |
| 75% | $60,190 |
| 90% | $73,650 |
| 10% | $16.08 |
| 25% | $19.08 |
| Median | $23.32 |
| 75% | $28.94 |
| 90% | $35.41 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
25,300 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
27,300 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 3,000 |