Position Summary
The First Class Blaster Painter is responsible for performing abrasive blasting, surface preparation, and industrial coating applications on fabricated structural steel and related components. This position ensures surfaces are properly prepared and coated to meet project specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements. The role requires proficiency in operating blasting and painting equipment, applying protective coatings, maintaining equipment, and following all safety and environmental regulations.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Select, mix, and prepare paints, primers, and protective coatings according to manufacturer specifications and predetermined formulas.
- Perform abrasive blasting operations to remove rust, scale, corrosion, old coatings, and contaminants from structural steel and other surfaces.
- Prepare fabricated steel and related materials for coating by cleaning, washing, stripping, sanding, grinding, and filling surface imperfections.
- Operate sandblasting equipment, spray painting equipment, and other coating application systems safely and efficiently.
- Apply paints, primers, and protective coatings using spray, brush, dip, flow-coating, or other approved application methods.
- Inspect prepared and painted surfaces to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
- Perform touch-up painting and repair work as required.
- Apply abrasives and chemicals using handheld spray nozzles, blasting hoses, brushes, rollers, and related tools.
- Clean, inspect, and maintain blasting, painting, ventilation, compressed air, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ensure work areas are maintained in a safe, clean, and organized condition.
- Assist with loading and unloading trucks, materials, equipment, and fabricated steel products.
- Safely operate hand and power tools, including grinders, drills, hammers, saws, screwdrivers, and related equipment.
- Perform general housekeeping duties, including removal of debris and cleanup of work areas.
- Follow all company safety policies, environmental regulations, and quality control procedures.
- Assist with other production, construction, and project-related tasks as assigned.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as required to support operational needs.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of industrial blasting and painting experience preferred.
- Experience working with structural steel, industrial coatings, and abrasive blasting equipment required.
- Knowledge of coating systems, surface preparation standards, and industrial painting techniques preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Thorough understanding of abrasive blasting and industrial painting procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret coating specifications, work orders, and safety requirements.
- Knowledge of proper coating application methods and surface preparation standards.
- Ability to safely operate blasting, painting, and material handling equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced industrial environment.
- Basic understanding of hand and power tools used in construction and fabrication environments.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators, blasting hoods, protective clothing, gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
Work Environment
The First Class Blaster Painter works in industrial fabrication, manufacturing, and construction environments where exposure to dust, abrasives, paint fumes, chemicals, noise, and varying weather conditions may occur. Strict adherence to safety procedures and the proper use of personal protective equipment are required at all times.