Painter/Sandblaster at Lock and Dam 5

Abhe & Svoboda, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Prevailing Wage Pension Plan

Full Time

Job summary

Abhe & Svoboda, Inc. seeks a Painter/Sandblaster for a US Army Corps of Engineers dam refurbishment project in Minnesota City, MN.

The role is seasonal, aligned with project needs, from April to November, and requires experience in industrial painting and abrasive blasting, along with strong safety training and the ability to work at heights. The team conducts coating applications (vinyl and industrial coatings) via spray, brush, and roller, plus containment setup and debris recovery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of industrial painting experience.
• Ability to pass drug test.
• Ability to pass Workwell test and meet minimum lifting requirements.
• Must possess a current driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Familiarity with US Army Corps of Engineers EM 385-1-1 and OSHA safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Abrasive blasting operations
• Paint preparation work
• Apply USACE vinyl and industrial coatings (spray, brush, roller)
• Abrasive and debris recovery operations
• Mobilize and set up blasting, painting and recovery operations
• Prepare gates for painting; protect or remove unpainted components
• Install containment structures
• Install ambient condition control components and equipment
• Install scaffolding for painting and containment
• Support surface prep, painting and debris removal
• Operate and maintain painting and prep equipment

Skills

Industrial Painting

Abrasive Blasting

Coatings Application

OSHA Safety

Teamwork

Travel

Fall Protection

Job description

Painter/Sandblaster

Physical Location: Lock & Dam 5, 12554 Highway 61, Minnesota City, MN 55959-9756

Department: Construction

Overview

Painter/Sandblaster opportunity located at a US Army Corps of Engineers managed dam facility.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Experience: 1 Year Industrial Painting Experience
• Ability to pass drug test
• Ability to pass Workwell test and meet minimum lifting requirements
• Must possess a current driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Be familiar with or have the ability to follow US Army Corps of Engineers EM 385-1-1 and OSHA Safety Regulations

Responsibilities

• Abrasive blasting operations
• Paint preparation work
• Application of USACE Vinyl and Industrial Coatings via Spray Application, Brush Application, & Roller Application
• Abrasive / debris recovery operations
• Mobilizing, setting up for abrasive blasting, painting and recovery operations
• Prepping the gates for painting operations, including protection or removal of components not to be painted
• Installation, maintenance and removal of containment structure
• Installation, maintenance and removal of ambient condition control components and equipment
• Installation of scaffolding to be used for painting operations / containment / ambient condition control
• Personnel performing duties to support surface preparation, painting and debris removal operations
• The operation and maintenance of all equipment used for surface preparation, painting, debris removal and support operations

Note: This role is a seasonal position aligned with project needs.

Summary of Position

Painter/Sandblaster for a Dam gate refurbishment project performed seasonally between April 1st to November 30th in 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Proficiency in Construction Safety including OSHA 1926 & 1910 and EM 385-1-1
• Ability to adapt to changes quickly
• Strong communication skills
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Experience spraying conventional and airless coatings
• Abrasive Blasting Experience
• Experience using fall protection
• AMPP/SSPC Certifications are a plus (e.g., C7, C12, C14, CAS)
• Ability to obtain badging for access to military installations is a plus
• Flexibility in working hours and willingness to work extended hours
• Able to work at heights

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Rate and Fringe Based on Prevailing/Davis-Bacon Wage Rates (base + fringe)
• Health Benefits
• Prevailing Wage Pension Plan
• Full Time
• 40 to 60 Hours per Week

Applications and resumes must meet the minimum experience requirements and include at least three employer references.

We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Veterans and service members are encouraged to apply.