Surface Preparation Specialist (Abrasive Media)

Hamilton Tanks LLC; Columbus (OH); In loco; USD 25.000 - 41.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive pay based on experience

Comprehensive benefits: medical,Dental

Vision, disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off and holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

Hamilton Tanks LLC is seeking an abrasive blasting technician to clean tanks and components, operate blast delivery systems, and prep surfaces to specification. You will work closely with the Shop Supervisor to ensure safe, efficient operation and high-quality finishes across our fabrication process.

Responsibilities include blasting, inspection, and maintenance of equipment, adherence to safety protocols, and collaboration with finishing teams to achieve defined surface standards.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with manual sand/grit blasting machines and materials.
• Ability to pass background check, drug test, fit-for-duty test, and Respirator Fit Test.
• Willingness to follow safety protocols and wear respirator protection.
• Ability to read and follow shop practices; willing to train on additional equipment.

Mansioni

• Clean incoming tanks and components of grease and dirt.
• Shovel or pour abrasive sand, grit, or steel shot into the hopper.
• Inspect, start, and maintain blast delivery systems; regulate pressures for safe operation.
• Operate blast nozzles to strip rust and coatings; finish details with scrapers, brushes, or abrasive papers.
• Verify the final surface finish and quality against defined standards.

Conoscenze

Abrasive blasting

Safety procedures

Manual dexterity

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

Abrasive blasting equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Shape the finish. Set the standard.Join Hamilton Tanks and make steel tanks production-ready through expert abrasive blasting. Your work removes contaminants, establishes the required surface profile, and ensures each vessel meets specification. You’ll collaborate closely with the Shop Supervisor, who is your direct reporting lead.Your responsibilitiesClean incoming tanks and components of grease and dirt.Shovel or pour abrasive sand, grit, or steel shot of the specified grade into the hopper.Inspect, start, and maintain blast delivery systems; regulate pressures for safe, efficient operation.Operate blast nozzles to strip rust and coatings; finish details with scrapers, brushes, or abrasive papers.Verify the final surface finish and quality against defined standards.Essential capabilitiesStand more than 8 hours per dayLift, carry, push, and pull 50 poundsWalk on varied terrain: loose gravel, concrete, asphaltTurn, twist, and bend at the waist; reach forward and overheadWear respiratory protection for over 4 hours per dayQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent (required)Prior abrasive blasting or related experience (preferred)Knowledge of shop practices or ability to train on additional equipment and processesHands-on skill with manual sand/grit blasting machines and materialsComfort with hand tools (chipping hammer, wire brush) and power tools (grinder, belt sander, palm sander)Proven commitment to safe work practicesVisual acuity and peripheral perception of 70 degreesComplianceAbility to pass background check, drug test, fit for duty test, and Respirator Fit Test (Pulmonary Function Test)What you’ll gainCompetitive pay based on experienceComprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability401(k)Paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidaysCompensation determined by experience, qualifications, and skill levelTeam and leadershipDirectly reports to the Shop Supervisor and collaborates across fabrication and finishing.