Sand BlasterSOUTH BAY SANDBLASTING & TANK CLEANING, INC. located in San Diego, CA shipyard related subcontractor looking to hire a Sand Blaster for our Preservation Department.
Job Summary:
A Sand Blaster has experience with the laborer job functions in the Preservation department and some painting experience. The ideal candidate knows how to perform sand blasting on underwater hulls, and tanks, ballast, fuel, and potable water. May be required to perform additional duties as deemed necessary by the Production manager for the completion of the job in a safe and timely manner. Must be willing to travel.
Responsibilities:- Remove dirt, paint, grease, and other built-up material from surfaces
- Set up and operate a blast booth or similar equipment
- Load and unload the blast equipment
- Operate and maintain blasting equipment, and ensure it is safe and efficient
- Assist with painting or coating as needed
- Apply and remove non-skid materials as needed
- Use proper PPE, including respirators
- Effectively using heavy and light equipment, depending on the jobsite/assignment
- Implement and follow the company's safety, quality, environmental policies, and OSHA shipbuilding regulations
Qualifications:- Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines
- Attentive to detail and alert always to ensure safety
- Able to receive, and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to safely operate various vehicles and equipment
- Previous experience, especially in particular industry, 3 years preferredSSPC C7 Certification
- Available to work long shifts when needed 10+ hours
Education Requirements:
High school diploma or GED, B.A., Technical/Vocational trade school, or apprenticeship Working Conditions and Physical Demands: Work is conducted indoors and outdoors frequently exposed to prevailing weather conditions. Work indoor or aboard vessel which may have fumes, chemicals, and heat as well as noise and dust present depending upon the location of work. Safety equipment required. The individual must be able to frequently climb inclined stairways and vertical. Work aboard the vessels can be strenuous and sometimes hazardous. Dynamic, fast-paced outdoor setting with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity in the shipyard. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. The physical demands described above are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other requirements:
All positions require a pre-employment medical test. This employer participates in E-Verify. Must be able to qualify for DBIDS security clearance. Ability to read technical English is a must. U.S. Citizenship is preferred (for some work locations it is required). Must be authorized to work in the U.S.To respond to this ad, you: MUST provide us with a resume If all requirements listed above are not provided your application will not be considered.
