Industrial Blaster & Painter — Overtime + Benefits

Houston Dose; Channelview (TX); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive Salary

Benefits package

401(k)

Friendly Work Environment

Paid-Time off/Holidays

Career Path Opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Southwest Shipyard, LP located in Channelview, TX is seeking workers with blasting and painting experience for shipyard projects. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and overtime availability.

Shift options include day and night, with Channelview location at 18310 Market St, Channelview TX 77530. Applicants should have English proficiency, willingness to wear protective PPE, and experience operating spray and blasting equipment.

Formación

• Must be proficient in English and be able to communicate effectively with others; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to wear a protective suit and a respirator.
• Ability to use, operate, and maintain specialized equipment including spray guns and paint booths.
• Ability to multitask, learn quickly, and meet deadlines as needed.
• Strong attention to detail, with a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
• Be detail-oriented, have steady hands, and the ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to understand Company Quality Manual and procedures described and required.
• Ability to manage time and tasks effectively and efficiently.

Responsabilidades

• Paint barge and boat repair areas, internal compartments and tanks, external surface areas, and specialty components & areas with the required number or coats and coverage.
• Coat barge internal cargo tanks & voids with the required number of coats and coverage.
• Operate equipment, vacuum pumps, air pumps, compressors, blowers, meters, hoses etc. to accomplish sandblast & paint duties.
• Use specialized sandblasting equipment to abrade barge & boat repair areas, internal compartments & cargo tanks, external surface areas, and clean/remove blasting material residue, adhering scale, grease, tar, rust, and dirt from those surfaces in preparation of painting.
• Prepare metal surfaces for painting by removing old finishes, grease, rust, scale, and dirt by stripping, sanding, wire brushing, or using water or abrasive blasting.
• Wash and treat surfaces with oil, turpentine, mildew remover, or other preparations, and sand rough spots to ensure that finishes will adhere properly.
• Select the type of abrasive material, such as sand, steel shot, or grit, based on the surface being cleaned and the desired finish.
• Set up the sandblasting equipment, including the air compressor, hoses, and nozzles, according to the manufacturer s instructions.
• Mix colors of paint or thinning and drying additives to obtain desired colors and consistencies or according to formula and specifications.
• Cover surfaces with drop cloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.
• Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines.
• Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces on metal, for finish coats per specifications.
• Apply paint, stain, enamel, or other finishes to equipment, interior or exterior of ships, or other structures, using brushes, spray guns, or rollers.
• Adjust the flow of abrasive material and air pressure to control the depth of the blast and the speed of cleaning.
• Cut stencils and brush or spray lettering on surfaces.
• Inspect the surface after sandblasting to ensure that it meets the specifications.
• Clean the sandblasting equipment after use to prevent corrosion, perform routine maintenance as required.
• Maintain records of the types and quantities of materials used.
• Follow safety procedures to protect oneself and others from injuries.
• Maintain close communication with Supervisor on status of daily activities and issues which may arise.
• Assist with planning and preparing daily schedule to facilitate efficient completion of duties.
• Adhere to and ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards, regulations, and policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

English proficiency

Bilingual English/Spanish

PPE usage

Sandblasting operation

Attention to detail

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Herramientas

Spray equipment

Paint booth

Air compressor

Sandblasting equipment

Descripción del empleo

Southwest Shipyard, LP located in Channelview, TX is seeking workers with blasting and painting experience for shipyard projects. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and overtime availability.

Shift options include day and night, with Channelview location at 18310 Market St, Channelview TX 77530. Applicants should have English proficiency, willingness to wear protective PPE, and experience operating spray and blasting equipment.