Grit Blast Operator

PROENERGY; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

PROENERGY, a global energy transition platform, is seeking a Grit Blast Operator for our Houston, TX location. The role reports to the Paint Supervisor and involves operating grit blast equipment to clean industrial gas turbine package equipment, moving parts with a forklift, and ensuring safety and quality during blasting.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and fluent English, with 2+ years in grit blast operations preferred.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED, or relevant work experience.
• 2+ years in grit blast operations or industrial setting preferred.
• Experience with safety precautions in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate grit blast equipment to clean industrial gas turbine package equipment.
• Maintain flow of components upstream and downstream of the blast booth.
• Maintain grit blast pot and safety equipment in good condition.
• Abrade surfaces of metal or hard‑composition objects to remove scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust, and dirt.
• Mask specified areas to protect from abrading action.
• Start equipment that directs blast or flow of abrasive material over surface of parts.
• May examine finished products for conformance to specifications.

Skills

Fluent English

Grit blast operations

Safety procedures

Read plans/instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Air compressor system

Grit blast equipment

Job description

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start, dispatchable power, our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services, project development, equipment manufacturing, turnkey generation facilities, operations, and maintenance.

Our Footprint

We are primed for the energy transition with permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our world‑class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet dispatchable power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 600,000 sq. ft. of service capacity under roof, which includes the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot and string‑test facility in the world. Our Houston, Texas, office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own dispatchable power installations.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality‑oriented problem‑solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

The Grit Blast Operator is responsible for cleaning industrial equipment components by using grit blast equipment. This role will operate a forklift to move parts in and out.

Reports to: Paint Supervisor

Work Location: 8310 McHard Road, Houston, TX 77053

Position Responsibilities

• Operate grit blast equipment to clean industrial gas turbine package equipment
• Maintain flow of components upstream and downstream of the blast booth
• Maintain grit blast pot and safety equipment in good condition
• Abrade surfaces of metal or hard‑composition objects to remove adhering scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust, and dirt, and to impart specified finish, using abrasive‑blasting equipment: shovels or pours abrasives, such as sand, grit, or shot of specified grade into machine hopper.
• Masks specified areas of object to protect from abrading action.
• Starts equipment that directs blast or flow of abrasive‑laden compressed air, gas, or liquid over surface of parts.
• May examine finished products to ensure conformance to specifications
• Understand the procedure and purpose for abrasive blasting.
• Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED, or relevant work experience in lieu of education.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre‑employment drug screen and background check.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work‑authorized visa.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in Grit Blast Operations or in an industrial setting
• Knowledge of proper safety precautions related to all work performance.
• Exhibit experience on repair and maintenance industrial equipment.
• Ability to operate a variety of manual and power equipment including air compressor system, blowers, forklift, etc.
• Technical competence to work in industrial area.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.