Painter/Blaster

Responsibilities

The labor / helper performs tasks involving physical labor at work sites. The position is mainly responsible for performing sandblast & paint functions.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Sandblast barge & boat repair areas, internal compartments & cargo tanks, and external surface areas, and clean / remove blasting material residue from those surfaces in preparation for painting.

Paint barge & boat repair areas, internal compartments & cargo tanks, external surface areas, and specialty components & areas with the required number of coats and coverage.

Coat barge internal cargo tanks & voids with the required number of coats and coverage.Operate equipment, vacuum pumps, air pumps, compressors, blowers, meters, hoses, etc.

to accomplish sandblast & paint duties.Qualifications and Education Requirements : Adequate experience in barge sandblasting, painting, and equipment operations.

Be able to perform simple paperwork as required for filling out forms and logs.Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and / or alcohol tests during employment.

Must be able to communicate and take directions from Foreman & Supervisor.Able to work without contact lenses.Required to arrive at work on time and work overtime hours as required.

Understand general policies and procedures as described in the quality & environmental manuals.Required to undergo a training program and participate in refresher training as needed.

Competencies : Stress management / ComposureCommunication proficiencyTeamwork orientationResults drivenPhysical / Mental Requirements : The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and regularly works in outside weather conditions.The individual must properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit areas where it is required.

This includes a hard hat, safety glasses, reflective vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFDs), or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and the location where the work is being conducted.

In addition, Labors / Helpers must also be capable of the following : Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.

Accessing and exiting machines safely.Standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for long periods of time.

Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands, and back in the performance of work.Climbing vertical ladders of a height of 6ft or greater.

Working in confined work areas and / or elevated heights.Frequent lifting and carrying of objects and the ability to lift and carry in excess of 120 lbs.

with assistance.Adapting to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.