Blaster

Blaster-$23.01/hour

Essential Job Duties: Operates air driven, steel-shot blaster to remove rest/slag and other unwanted properties from trailers and trailer components. Prepares components/trailers for grit-blasting in pre-paint area and performs other duties as assigned by Load King Management.

Job Requirements.

Safely and efficiently use blasting and cleaning techniques in the preparation of surfaces for coating

Abrades surfaces of metal or hard-composition objects to remove adhering scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust and dirt, and to impart specific finish, using abrasive-blasting equipment. Shovels or pours abrasives, such as sand, grit or shot of specified grade int machine hopper.

Masks specified areas of object to protect from abrading action

Loads parts on racks in enclosed rooms, into tumbling barrels, or into cabinets

Turns valves on equipment to regulate pressure and composition of abrasive mixture flowing through nozzle or into tumbling barrel

Starts equipment that directs blast or flow of abrasive0laden compressed air, gas, or liquid over surface of parts

Manually directs muzzle over surface of large parts or inserts arms through glove-fitted cabinet opening and manipulates small parts under nozzle for specified interval

Act in accordance with applicable practices, policies, and procedures, when blasting

Must utilize appropriate personal protective equipment when blasting, as directed

Disassembles sandblasting equipment and cleans equipment, using solvent, wire brushes, and dry cloth

Must maintain all equipment in good working condition

Required Skills and Qualifications:

High school diploma or the equivalent

2+ years of experience

Proficient in modern painting techniques and equipment. Good working knowledge of industrial paints, primers and thinners and knowledge of various machines, painting practices and techniques

Must be able to paint all products in a variety of sizes

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Proven commitment to safety

Extremely detail-oriented and accurate

Being able to set priorities and adapt to changing work priorities

Meeting deadlines and schedules; must be able to work in a fast-paced environment

Pride in quality workmanship

Working Conditions:

Work is conducted inside and outside during all -weather types

Temperatures will be variable according to season and specific work site

Tasks may involve moderate to heavy physical labor

Walking, climbing, standing, sitting, and lifting are all required

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work in cold and got weather conditions some part of the time

Be able to grip, pull and push heavy objects

Ability to work with hand and perform routine lifting to 50lbs.

Stand for extended periods of time

If you are interested in applying for this position, send resume to: https://www.customtruck.com