Blaster

TEAM Industries Inc.; Kaukauna (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

TEAM Industries Inc. located in Kaukauna, WI is hiring for an abrasive blasting role. You will prepare substrates by pressure blasting piping, tanks, and structures, ensuring surfaces are ready for coating.

You will also mask, cap, and tape pipe spools and assist with light maintenance of blast equipment. The position requires reading safety rules and manuals, following instructions, and solving problems with concrete variables.

Qualifications

• > High school diploma or 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Problem solving

Team player

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reliable

Mechanical ability

Physical agility

Pride in workmanship

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Vehicles

Job description

This location is in Kaukauna, WI relocation, or daily commute required.

Location: Kaukauna, WI

Pay Range: Based on experience

Shift: 1st (6:00AM-4:30PM, Monday- Thursday, 10 hours)

Job Description

Prepares substrate surfaces on fabricated metal piping, tanks, and other structures for coating by pressure blasting.

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.

Other Requirements/ Key Competencies

• Effective problem solvers
• Team player
• Self-Motivated
• Attention to detail and can follow directions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable
• Mechanical ability
• Physical agility
• Pride in workmanship

Equipment Used

• Hand tools (e.g., hammer, screwdriver)
• Power tools (e.g., saws, welder, drill, grinders)
• Vehicles (e.g., automobile, truck, tractor, lift)

Work Environment

Personal Protective Equipment Required: (all but the boots will be provided to you at the facility)

• Steel Toe Work Boots
• Hearing Protection
• Safety Eyeglasses
• Welding Coat
• Respirator (if needed)
• Gloves

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Work Environment

Indicate how often the following physical demands are required to perform the Essential job Responsibilities.

• C=Constantly F=Frequently O=Occasionally R=Rarely
• Physical Demands
• StandingC
• WalkingC
• SittingR
• LiftingF
• CarryingF
• PushingC
• PullingC
• ClimbingO
• BalancingO
• StoopingO
• KneelingO
• CrouchingO
• CrawlingO
• ReachingC
• Physical Strength
• HandlingC
• Little Physical Effort – 10lbs or lessC
• GraspingC
• Light Work – up to 20lbsC
• FeelingO
• Medium Work – up to 50lbsF
• TalkingC
• Heavy Work – up to 100lbsO
• HearingC
• Very Heavy Work– above 100lbsR
• Repetitive MotionsF
• Eye/Hand/Foot CoordinationC
• Environmental Conditions
• Extreme ColdR
• Extreme HeatO
• Temperature ChangesO
• Wet O
• HumidC
• Noise C
• VibrationF
• HazardsC
• Atmospheric ConditionsC

Safety

All TEAM employees are required to follow all of TEAM’s safety policies and procedures for their safety and the safety of others.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.