Blaster/Painter

Experienced Local Blaster/Painters

We are currently taking resumes/applications for experienced local blasters/painters for the Lafayette, LA and surrounding area. Duties/responsibilities may/may not be limited to the following:

Job Summary:

• Abrades surfaces of metal or hard-composition objects to remove adhering scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust, and dirt, and to impart specified finish, using abrasive-blasting equipment: Shovels or pours abrasives, such as sand, grit, or shot of specified grade into machine hopper.
• Applies paint or similar type coatings either by spraying, brushing, or rolling on to surfaces.

Required Skills:

• Tank experience preferred, but not necessary
• Experience with conventional and/or airless systems
• Ability to set up and use conventional and/or airless systems
• Ability to set up and use blast pot and/or nozzle equipment

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Masks specified areas of object to protect from abrading action.
• Masks specified areas of objects not to be painted to protect from unwanted over-spray.
• Turns valves on equipment to regulate pressure and composition of abrasive material flowing through nozzle.
• Operate equipment that directs blast or flow of abrasives over surface of parts. Manually directs nozzle over area to be blasted.
• 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 abrasive-laden compressed air, gas, or liquid over surface of parts
• Manually directs nozzle over surface of large parts or inserts arms through glove-fitted cabinet openings and manipulates small parts under nozzle for specified interval.
• May set up ventilators; exhaust units, ladders, and scaffolding prior to blasting and/or painting
• Blast and/or Paint in enclosed and open areas using proper protective clothing and equipment.
• Washes surfaces to remove grease, rust, scale, and dirt, using soap and water, or with other solvents.
• Cleans sand and debris from work area.
• Cleans, maintains, and repairs all blasting and/or painting equipment.
• May examine finished parts to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Manage housekeeping activities when requested.
• Maintain the work area clean, safe and organized.
• Assist in waste disposal and recycling activities
• Cleanup work area and equipment after work is completed.
• Execute daily work instructions received from Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Work effectively to meet or exceed productivity goals while maintaining high quality standards.
• Practice safety procedures in accordance with training and guidelines when working.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines, helping to maintain a safe and orderly work environment
• Meet quality and performance requirements as outlined by quality assurance and production standards
• Report safety hazards, quality, and production issues to management immediately

Physical Requirements:

• Must be comfortable working at different heights
• Must be able to lift up to 50 LBS
• Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, squat, or kneel regularly, as well as climb stairs and ladders to complete tasks
• Ability to work in varying hot and cold environments
• Ability to work outdoors in harsh weather conditions
• Ability to work in an environment with exposures to dust, dirt and various other debris, metal and paint fumes, gases
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to high, precarious places and outside weather conditions
• The employee is occasionally exposed to loud noise, fumes, and/or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock

Documents Required:

• Driver's License/Identification Card
• Social Security Card/Birth Certificate

Must have own PPE (hard hat, steel toes, gloves, & safety glasses.) Must be able to pass drug screen. Must have reliable transportation.

Pay:

• $20.00 to $22.00/Hr
• Weekly Pay
• Pay Schedule: Monday - Sunday

Schedule:

• 10-12 Hour Days (with weather permitting)
• Monday - Friday (Weekends as needed)

Duration of Job: Full-Time