Blaster

Smith Pump Company, Inc.; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Smith Pump Company, Inc. seeks an experienced Blaster to operate automated blast systems or hand-held grit blast equipment, preparing surfaces for coating operations. The role requires teamwork and reliability to meet schedules in a Texas setting.

You will prep parts, blast to spec, and maintain blasting equipment, with attention to safety and quality. The position is full-time, on-site, with benefits and potential overtime based on deadlines and workload.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Pass Respirator and Fit Test.
• Dependable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Prep parts to be blasted and grit blast to required specifications.
• Prepare metal surfaces for blasting and painting.
• Ensure blasting equipment is properly maintained.

Skills

Team player

Good communication

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Dependable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Smith Pump Company, Inc. is a leading supplier and manufacturer of pump products and services for the water, wastewater, and industrial markets in Texas and Oklahoma. Since 1962, the Company has been providing products and services to these industries in a friendly and professional manner.

Learn more about Smith Pump by visiting our website: www.smithpump.com

JOB DESCRIPTION

Seeking an experienced Blaster that can operate automated blast systems or hand-held grit blast equipment to prepare interior and exterior product surfaces for coating operations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for prepping parts to be blasted and grit blasting to required specifications
• Responsible for the preparation of metal surfaces for blasting and painting
• Ensures that blasting equipment is properly maintained

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• We need applicants with a strong and stable work ethic with a superior attitude
• Show up regularly, on time, when scheduled to work
• Position requires at least 8 hours a day, 5 days per week. Overtime and some weekend work is required when deadlines demand it. * Capable of working under pressure and able to handle daily changes in schedules and priorities
• Work well with others inside and outside the organization and be a team player
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills and can follow detailed instructions
• Intangibles: Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. Good problem solving skills
• Necessary Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Dependable transportation
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Pass Respirator and Fit Test
• Preferred Qualifications
• Previous Work Experience as a Blaster

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

None

INCOME

Dependent on experience.

OTHER BENEFITS

Paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid employee medical and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, Cafeteria 125 plan.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

The job functions above describe expected work to be performed by the employee with this job title. We reserve the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform essential functions. This job description is not intended be the entire definition of the position, but instead it is meant to provide a general description.

Smith Pump Company, Inc. is a regional supplier and manufacturer consisting of four (4) locations and about 65 employees in Texas. The company works primarily in Texas and Oklahoma. Smith Pump Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, disability, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, marital status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for prepping parts to be blasted and grit blasting to required specifications
• Responsible for the preparation of metal surfaces for blasting and painting
• Ensures that blasting equipment is properly maintained

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• We need applicants with a strong and stable work ethic with a superior attitude
• Show up regularly, on time, when scheduled to work
• Position requires at least 8 hours a day, 5 days per week. Overtime and some weekend work is required when deadlines demand it. * Capable of working under pressure and able to handle daily changes in schedules and priorities
• Work well with others inside and outside the organization and be a team player
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills and can follow detailed instructions
• Intangibles: Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. Good problem solving skills

Qualifications and Skills

• Necessary Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Dependable transportation
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Pass Respirator and Fit Test
• Preferred Qualifications
• Previous Work Experience as a Blaster

Paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid employee medical and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, Cafeteria 125 plan.

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability