Operator/Blaster

Toshiba America Energy Systems; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401k match

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Toshiba America Energy Systems Milwaukee Service Center is seeking a 1st and 2nd SHIFT Blaster/Painter. You will prepare parts for sandblasting, operate blasting and painting equipment, apply coatings, and inspect finishes to meet specifications.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficient production in a dynamic power services environment. We value mechanical aptitude and blueprint literacy, with 0-2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• 0-2 years related experience, preferably within a service environment in the power generation industry.
• Mechanical aptitude to retain knowledge of sandblasting and painting operations.
• Ability to use various hand tools and operate blast equipment, including air tools and grinders.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimal-to-fraction conversions.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and instructions.
• Ability to use and interpret basic measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts and surfaces for sandblasting and painting.
• Operate sandblasting equipment to clean and restore components.
• Mix and apply paints, coatings, and finishes to meet quality standards.
• Mask and protect areas that do not require blasting or painting.
• Inspect work to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with specifications.
• Perform basic maintenance and upkeep on blasting and painting equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts after training and certification.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Complete work assignments according to production schedules and quality expectations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprints reading

Hand tools operation

Math calculations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Sandblasting equipment

Paint equipment

Job description

We are Toshiba. We have an unwavering drive to make and do things that lead to a better world.

At Toshiba, we commit to raising quality of life for people around the world, ensuring progress that is in harmony with our planet. Our core values include: Do the Right Thing, Look for a better way, Always consider the impact and Create Together.

Toshiba America Energy Systems Corporation (TAES) provides energy industry solutions – new equipment, retrofits, maintenance, outage planning and more – for current and future power generation needs in the Americas, including thermal, hydro and nuclear power plants.

Position Summary

We are seeking a 1st and 2nd SHIFT Blaster/Painter to work out of our Milwaukee Service Center in West Allis, WI. The Blaster/Painter prepares and finishes components through sandblasting and painting operations in support of repair and manufacturing activities. This role removes surface contaminants, applies coatings and finishes, and performs masking and paint preparation to meet quality requirements. The position operates blasting and painting equipment, while following established procedures, safety standards, and work instructions. The Blaster/Painter helps ensure components are properly prepared, coated, and inspected to achieve high-quality, durable finishes.

• Prepare parts and surfaces for sandblasting and painting.
• Operate sandblasting equipment to clean and restore components.
• Mix and apply paints, coatings, and finishes to meet quality standards.
• Mask and protect areas that do not require blasting or painting.
• Inspect work to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with specifications.
• Perform basic maintenance and upkeep on blasting and painting equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts after training and certification.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Complete work assignments according to production schedules and quality expectations.

Education and Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• 0-2 years related experience, preferably within a service environment in the power generation industry.
• Mechanical aptitude to retain knowledge of sandblasting and painting operations
• Ability to use various hand tools and operate blast equipment, including air tools and grinders
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimal-to-fraction conversions
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and instructions
• Ability to use and interpret basic measuring tools

Physical Requirements (

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.)

The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places, and risk of shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat, extreme cold and wet, humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.

Additional Info

Toshiba employees enjoy a comprehensive compensation and benefit package including an annual bonus, a generous 401k match, health, and wellness programs as well as generous time off.

Toshiba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.