Blaster

Summary of Major Responsibilities/Duties:

• Abrasive blasting of pipe, structural steel, and machined parts

• Masking/taping and capping of pipe spools

• Light maintenance of blast equipment

• Fill out necessary paperwork for each piece, making sure it stays with the material as it goes from blast to paint

• Upkeep of helmet, cape, and belts as they are used

• Keep finished material organized in the prep area

• Ability to be trained on a forklift, tug, overhead crane, and tractor

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.

• Cleaning and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE’s).

• Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

• Conducts work safely and follows all safety procedures. Rejects work that is not safe and discusses the situation with supervisor.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and/or up to one-month experience and/or training.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine paperwork.

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.