Blaster Position Available In Iberville, Louisiana

Blaster VLS Environmental Solutions – 3.4 Sunshine, LA Job Details $18 – $24 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC , is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients’ sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America. Waste Services VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration. Railcar Services VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance. Marine Services VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

Requirements:

Operate blasting equipment to remove scale, paint and other foreign substances from inside and/or outside of barges and other materials to prime, paint and stencil the interior and/or exterior surfaces of barges or equipment Adjust equipment as necessary to perform efficient and proper blasting Surface preparation of non-finished barges and components using various blast media methods Utilizes respirators and PPE in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and operating instructions. Assembles and disassembles helmets and air line connections prior to use Performs general and preventative maintenance on blasting equipment to include cleaning after use and proper set up for the next job Keep materials area and other work areas clean and orderly and report potential hazards Complies with all established safety regulations, rules, policies and procedures Performs other assignments as required

Requirements:

Must have a minimum of 6 months experience in general abrasive blasting Must be able to work effectively and efficiently both as a member of a team and independently Able to follow or verbal instructions with minimal supervision Ability to read, interpret, and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly instructions Ability to work M-F 6:00am-2:30pm with mandatory overtime (OT after normal shift and weekends) Work weekends as needed Able to work in any weather conditions Dependable Manages time effectively Must be willing to help out in other departments as needed Ability to work independently or as a team Must pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screening Must be authorized to work in the US Preferred Requirements 2 years experience in general abrasive blasting

Compensation:

18-24