Sandblaster

Sandblaster Pandjiris, Inc. St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time $16 - $20 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Construction painting English High school diploma or GED Power tools Industrial equipment Hand tools Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

SANDBLASTER Pandjiris is looking to employ a detail-oriented and dependable Sandblaster who can follow instructions and consistently produce good work. A sandblaster prepares parts, then uses a nozzle to spray high pressure grit media to abrade surfaces of metal objects to remove adhering scale, paint, grease, tar, rust and dirt, and to impart specified finish. Examine finished parts to ensure conformance to quality specifications. In addition to blasting itself, the operator may also be responsible for cleaning and preparing the surface to be painted and cleaning up of the area after each step of preparation is done. This position often requires standing for long periods of time, carrying heavy materials, and making repetitive motions while blasting. Occasional blasting from a platform may be necessary. Sandblasters must be able to understand and adhere to industry safety standards. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to understand basic mechanical and manufacturing techniques
• Ability to rig chains and use 30,000 lb. overhead crane to manipulate large steel parts
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and drawings.
• Previous experience with operating industrial equipment is beneficial.
• Prefer working knowledge of manual sand and grit blasting machines, materials processes and practices.
• Prefer general knowledge of hand tools (chipping hammer and wire brush) and power tools (grinder, belt sander, palm sander)

Pay:

Paid hourly, $16.00/hr. - $20.00/hr. dependent on experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work independently without daily supervision.
• Ability to wear PPE including full blast helmet with forced air.
• Ability to work on multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and equipment
• Good knowledge of mechanics for operation and repair of sandblasting equipment
• Effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written in the English language. Ability to effectively interpret and translate instructions to all levels of employees in a professional and respectful manner.
• Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane.

Ability to lift 50 lbs. when required. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Sandblasting:

1 year (Preferred)

Industrial:

1 year (Preferred)

Industrial Manufacturing:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person