Blaster/Painters - Offshore Gulf of Mexico

MISTRAS Group; Youngsville (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MISTRAS Group is seeking motivated Blaster/Painters at the Entry Level, Intermediate, and Journeyman levels to join our team in the United States. You will prepare surfaces and apply protective coatings following client and industry standards, with a strong focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities include blasting and surface preparation, coating application, surface inspection, and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• Previous blasting and painting experience preferred (requirements vary by level).
• Ability to work in industrial environments and varying weather conditions.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail.
• Willingness to travel and work a rotational schedule of 3 weeks on / 2 weeks off.
• Relevant certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform abrasive blasting and surface preparation activities.
• Apply industrial coatings and paint systems to specified standards.
• Inspect surfaces before, during, and after coating application.
• Follow all safety procedures, company policies, and client requirements.
• Maintain equipment and ensure work areas are clean and organized.
• Complete required documentation and reporting accurately.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Industrial environment readiness

Education

Relevant certifications

Job description

Mistras is seeking motivated Blaster/Painters at the Entry Level, Intermediate, and Journeyman levels to join our team. In this role, you will prepare surfaces and apply protective coatings in accordance with MISTRAS, client, and industry standards while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform abrasive blasting and surface preparation activities.
• Apply industrial coatings and paint systems to specified standards.
• Inspect surfaces before, during, and after coating application.
• Follow all safety procedures, company policies, and client requirements.
• Maintain equipment and ensure work areas are clean and organized.
• Complete required documentation and reporting accurately.

Qualifications

• Previous blasting and painting experience preferred (requirements vary by level).
• Ability to work in industrial environments and varying weather conditions.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail.
• Willingness to travel and work a rotational schedule of 3 weeks on / 2 weeks off.
• Relevant certifications are a plus.

This position offers an opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career with a leading provider of asset protection and industrial services.

MISTRAS Group, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity. Employment decisions including initial hiring and all matters involving the terms and conditions of employment will be made without regard to any protected class under applicable law. If hired, the employment relationship is “At-Will,” which means that employment can be terminated at any time, and for any reason, at the option of either the Company or the employee. Please direct questions about these policies to a MISTRAS Group, Inc. Human Resources representative.

Note To Applicants

Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the Company. Employees may use designated smoking areas (if established) in accordance with applicable state and local law.

Rhode Island Applicants: The Company is subject to Chapters 29-38 of Title 28 of the General Laws of Rhode Island, and is therefore covered by the state’s workers’ compensation law.

Initial (if applicable): Massachusetts Applicants: I understand that it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Initial (if applicable): Maryland Applicants: I UNDERSTAND THAT UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT ANY INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A POLYGRAPH OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100.