Blaster - 2nd Shift

CF Rail Services, LLC; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CF Rail Services, LLC in Indiana is seeking a blasting operator to prepare railcars and components for coatings. You will learn CFRS safety procedures, understand railcar flow and repair logistics, and work as part of a team to meet strict quality standards.

The role is 2nd shift, 3:30pm–12:00am, outdoors and indoors around heavy equipment, with opportunities to advance in a growing rail services company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Successfully pass CFRS training courses with 80%+ score.

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow CFRS safety procedures.
• Learn rail industry flow and repair basics.
• Maintain clean, organized work area to comply with CFRS and OSHA rules.
• Follow written and verbal directions and work in a team.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Problem solving

Math basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Blast profile courses

Equipment operation training

Tools

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Backhoe operation

Skid steer

Job description

Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Chicago by Fortune Magazine and Great Place to Work, Sasser prides itself on supporting an employee-driven, opportunity-based culture that empowers, recognizes, and rewards its employees. From highly competitive benefits to exciting employee events to organic, grassroots philanthropy and volunteerism, Sasser is an awesome place to begin and grow your career. We are a transportation asset services and management company with roots dating to 1928. Sasser’s subsidiary units are leaders in providing commercial- and industrial-focused rail, automotive, and containerized shipping solutions, including asset leasing, fleet administration management, asset repair and maintenance, and innovative technology services. Sasser family of companies includes subsidiaries Chicago Freight Car Leasing, CF Rail Services, Moventum Fleet Management, Express 4x4 Truck Rental, and Falcon Lease. To learn more about what makes Sasser special, visit www.sasser.com.

The blaster operates blasting equipment to remove rust, scale, paint, and other foreign materials from interior and /or exterior of railcars or equipment. The employee strives for a high level of quality and works with a limited amount of supervision. This role supports our CF Rail Services team.

Delivering the highest-quality railcar repairs quickly and safely with uncompromising customer service, CF Rail Services is a leading railcar repair and maintenance provider offering quality repair work for railroads, private car owners, lessors, contracts agents, and shippers across North America.

This position is for 2nd shift; it will be scheduled 3:30pm – 12:00am.

Responsibilities

• Learn and adhere to all CFRS safety procedures.
• Learn the basic flow and logistics of railroad industry and repair business.
• Keep work area clean and in orderly manner to comply with CFRS, OSHA and environmental rules and regulations.
• Follow written and verbal directions and have basic math, reading, and writing skills, while effectively working in a team environment including but not limited to BRC work order understanding and execution without instructional intervention.
• Thorough understanding of railcar, components and/or shop work order.
• Blow off railcars and inspect condition.
• Confirm railcar is clean, dry and free from foreign objects prior to blasting.
• Cover car parts with protective materials (burlap, paper, cloth) to prevent blast media from damaging sensitive railcar components.
• Remove cover material after blasting.
• Operate blasting equipment, internal/external, to prepare railcar surface for coatings or surface cleanliness based on individual railcar blasting requirements.
• Surface preparation of non-railcar components using various blast media methods.
• Change various hose sizes and nozzle when necessary.
• Clean, maintain and properly store equipment.
• Dismantle, assemble and adjust blasting equipment, as necessary, to ensure equipment operates per manufacturers specifications.
• Make adjustments to equipment as is necessary to perform efficient and proper blasting, including but not limited to, grit recovery systems.
• Move and position scaffolding as necessary.
• Assist finishing department as required.
• Perform blast profile measurements by use of profile tape and dial indicator.
• Set-up and operate various hand and power tools such as, but not limited to, blasting equipment, grinders, wire and sanding discs, etc.
• Successfully complete this positions "Education/Formal Training" requirements.
• Wear PPE in appropriate areas.
• Note: Responsibilities include the expectation to always act to support the interests of the department and organization and to perform other duties as assigned to ensure the successful achievement of departmental and company objectives.

Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successfully pass the following courses with an 80% or higher score coordinated by CF Rail Management: Blast profile preparation; white metal, near white, etc.
• Documented training to set up and operate or drive equipment such as, but not limited to: forklift, manlift, crane, back hoe, skid loader, hoist, hydraulic boom.

Hard Skills

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements Work will be performed outdoors and indoors, on and around heavy equipment. May be required to work overtime and/or varied shifts to meet the demands of the business. Work assignments involve standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, crawling, and crouching in strained and awkward positions for prolonged periods of time at various heights up to 20 feet. Uses hands, legs, and arms to climb vertical ladders to staging or suspended platforms. Lifts, carries, and sets up equipment and components that weigh up to 50 lbs. Employee must be medically certified to wear a respirator, as well as be able to wear respirators for prolonged periods of time.

#CFRS The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

At Sasser, we are proud to be recognized as a Great Places to Work and Fortune Best Workplaces in Chicago. Our culture is more than just a set of values – it’s a way of life that unites us. We’ve built an environment where each employee feels empowered to grow, thrive, and leave their mark on our customers’ businesses, contributing to our shared vision of success. Rooted in the belief that every voice matters, we actively seek out ideas, input and initiatives from our team, driving innovation and ensuring co-accountability in fostering meaningful relationships. Integrity is at the heart of everything we do, guiding both our internal connections and our long-standing relationships with customers. We are intentional about supporting the communities where we live and work, extending our culture beyond our walls.