Sandblaster - Precision Surface Prep for Coatings

Foremost; City of Lloydminster; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

In-depth Safety Program

Flexible, robust benefits

Paid Vacation

Health, Dental & Disability Benefits

Company-Matched RRSP or Pension

Wellness Programs & Employee Support

Collaborative Team Environment

Job summary

Foremost is seeking a skilled Sandblaster to join the Lloydminster, AB production team. The role focuses on preparing steel components for coating by sandblasting, while upholding Foremost safety and quality standards.

You will operate blasting equipment, follow work instructions, coordinate with QC and Production, keep work areas clean, and assist painters and insulators as needed in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 year oil storage tank internal and external blasting experience.
• Sandblasting experience would be an asset.
• Familiarity with tank, vessel and pipe coating.
• Ability to give and take clear direction; verbal and written.
• Ability to safely perform physically demanding work, including standing for extended periods and working in confined or restricted areas.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship and safe work practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely use required personal protective equipment and respiratory protection for abrasive blasting activities.
• Forklift, overhead crane or related material-handling experience would be considered an asset.
• This work is performed in a combination of environments and may be exposed to elements such as noise, dust, odours, fumes and oils.

Responsibilities

• Operate and service all equipment associated with sandblasting
• Use sandblasting equipment with specified media
• Prepare components to be protected from abrasives
• Conform to quality control standards and construction specifications, drawings, sketches, layout boards etc. and/or verbal instructions
• Read, understand and follow working instructions/directions, policies and procedures
• Report status of jobs in progress and upcoming production plans
• Maintain frequent contact with QC and Production to ensure all blasting requirements are met
• Follow the company safe work procedures and legislated safety requirements
• Keep a clean work environment
• Comply with all WHMIS and environmental regulations regarding the storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials
• Assist painters and insulators when needed and any other job-related tasks
• Inspect surfaces before and after blasting to ensure the required cleanliness and surface profile are achieved prior to coating
• Set up, inspect and maintain blasting hoses, nozzles, air lines, respiratory equipment and related blasting equipment before use
• Identify and report equipment defects, quality concerns or unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor promptly
• Properly mask and protect machined surfaces, threads, openings and other areas that are not to be blasted
• Follow job-specific specifications and coordinate with Production and Quality Control to ensure work is completed to the required standard and schedule
• Maintain blasting areas, equipment and workspaces in a clean and orderly condition to support safe and efficient operations

Skills

Oil tank blasting

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Physical stamina

PPE usage

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Foremost is seeking a skilled Sandblaster to join the Lloydminster, AB production team. The role focuses on preparing steel components for coating by sandblasting, while upholding Foremost safety and quality standards.

You will operate blasting equipment, follow work instructions, coordinate with QC and Production, keep work areas clean, and assist painters and insulators as needed in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.