Abrasive Blaster/Sand Blaster

New Flyer; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in North America is seeking an Abrasive Blaster to join their Corrosion Team in Winnipeg. In this role, you will ensure the durability of buses through sandblasting and surface preparation, adhering to high safety standards. The position offers competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits package

Continuous learning environment

Career advancement opportunities

Employee social events

Ongoing development and tuition subsidies

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial blasting, painting, or surface treatment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical instructions.
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bus frames for blasting and coating applications.
• Remove contaminants and old coatings using sandblasting techniques.
• Adhere to strict workplace safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

Experience in industrial blasting or surface treatment

Job description

New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader with various locations in North America. Offering the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior and Xcelsior CHARGE brands. It also offers infrastructure development through New Flyer Infrastructure Solutions, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Further information is available at www.newflyer.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

As an Abrasive Blaster on the Corrosion Team, you play a key role in ensuring the longevity and durability of New Flyer’s buses. You will be responsible for sandblasting, washing, and prepping, the bus frame to meet strict quality and safety standards. This position requires precision, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to workplace safety while working with high-pressure air lines, confined spaces, and abrasive materials.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

• A continuous learning environment.
• Ability to advance your career with a growing company.
• NFI Group was named a Manitoba Top Employer for 2020 and this is the tenth time since the competition was established in 2007.
• Employee social committee organizes numerous events throughout the year, including summer barbecues, holiday festivities, sporting events and tournaments, and much more.
• Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Surface Preparation: Follow blueprints and process sheets to properly prepare bus frames for blasting and coating applications.
• Abrasive Blasting & Cleaning: Remove contaminants, rust, and old coatings using sandblasting techniques and high-pressure air lines to create a clean, uniform surface.
• Coating Application Support: Work closely with the painting and finishing team to ensure surfaces are prepped correctly for optimal adhesion and coating performance.
• Equipment & Maintenance: Operate and maintain blasting equipment, ensuring safe and efficient functionality while monitoring wear on abrasive materials.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to strict workplace safety procedures, especially when working at heights, in confined spaces, and with high-pressure equipment.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Understanding of surface preparation and abrasive blasting techniques—experience in industrial blasting, painting, or surface treatment is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, process sheets, and technical instructions to ensure precision and quality.
• Attention to detail when assessing pre-blasted surfaces for defects and readiness for the next phase.
• Physical stamina and safety awareness—comfortable working in a physically demanding environment and following all PPE, ventilation, and equipment safety protocols.
• Effective teamwork and independent work ability—collaborate in a team-oriented environment while taking initiative to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

OUR WHY:

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable.

NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information are available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.arbocsv.com, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.carfaircomposites.com and www.nfi.parts.