Blaster-Driller
It is an occupation with a diploma and not a trade. As such, there is no qualification exam to access this job title.
The blaster blasts with explosives.
The driller digs into the rock at the ease of a drill, a machine with a rotating system that digs vertically or horizontally.
Learn moreHighlights of this trade
Wage scale
Between 34,47 $ and 42,11 $
Employment prospects
Good
Training
DEP - Forage et dynamitage (5369)
Training duration
900 hours
School prerequisites
Category 1Other options
You can also start working in the construction industry by taking the ASP training course and integrate through the labour pools.
Construction Labour Pools ASP TrainingTraining places
Usually offered in these regions
- Abitibi-Témiscamingue
- Côte-Nord
- Eastern Townships
- Nord-du-Québec
