Blaster- 2nd Shift

Team Industries, Inc.; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health/Dental/Vision after 500 hours

Job summary

Team Industries, Inc. in Port Arthur, TX, is hiring for an abrasive blasting technician. You will prepare substrates by pressure blasting, mask spools, and perform light maintenance on blast equipment.

A strong focus on safety and accuracy in paperwork is required. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, the ability to read rules and manuals, and a willingness to operate forklifts and related gear as trained.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Ability to read safety rules and manuals; write routine paperwork.
• Ability to solve problems with 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.
• Complete paperwork with materials as they move from blast to paint.
• Maintain PPE and participate in site safety.

Skills

Problem solving

Team player

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Verbal & written comms

Reliability

Mechanical ability

Physical agility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Vehicles and lifting gear

Job description

This location is in Port Arthur, TX, relocation, or daily commute required.

Location: Port Arthur, Texas

Pay Range: $18.00-$22.00- based on experience

After 500 working hours, benefits include: Health, Dental and Vision

Shift: 2nd (5 PM - 3:30 AM, 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
• Standing C
• Walking C
• Sitting R
• Lifting F
• Carrying F
• Pushing C
• Pulling C
• Climbing O
• Balancing O
• Stooping O
• Kneeling O
• Crouching O
• Crawling O
• Reaching C
• Physical Strength
• Handling C
• Little Physical Effort - 10lbs or less C
• Grasping C
• Light Work - up to 20lbs C
• Feeling O
• Medium Work - up to 50lbs F
• Talking C
• Heavy Work - up to 100lbs O
• Hearing C
• Very Heavy Work - above 100lbs R
• Repetitive Motions F
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination C
• Environmental Conditions
• Extreme Cold R
• Extreme Heat O
• Temperature Changes O
• Wet O
• Humid C
• Noise C
• Vibration F
• Hazards C
• Atmospheric Conditions C

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.