Blaster in PMI Convent Shop, Louisiana at PALACIOS MARINE INDUSTRIAL COATINGS

Blaster Painter

This position requires an experienced, self-motivated, safety-conscious individual. The optimal candidate will have a basic working knowledge of construction site OSHA safety guidelines.

Description:

• Abrasive blast and paint/coatings to piping, structural steel, vessels, tanks (internal/external).
• Working knowledge of coatings application work.
• Operate various power tools in accordance with company safety policies.
• Prepare, operate, and inspect blast pots and spray pots and pumps.
• Ensure enough onsite material is available for the day’s operation.
• Understand and adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
• Recognize company goals and maintain a safe culture.
• Maintain all personal training certifications.
• Correspond and verbally communicate in a professional manner with customers.

Qualifications:

• Previous blast and paint experience on tanks (internal and external), vessels, piping, and structural steel
• Familiar with the operating and safety procedures for plural component spray units, airless spray pumps, and conventional spray pots.
• Strong team and customer service.
• Must not have been working with another sub-contractor in the facility within the last 2 years
• Must not have been working directly with Kiewit within the last 5 years
• Must know how to blast a white to near-white blast
• Must have experience spraying zinc from a conventional paint pot
• Must pass a written Kiewit-provided test
• Must pass a hands-on test
• Must have valid government-issued identification
• Must pass UA drug test

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Frequent climbing, stooping, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling and twisting.
• Must be able to wear a full-face respirator or blast hood for extended periods.
• May be required to work in extremely tight spaces or on elevated platforms.
• Must be willing to work in remote locations for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds often and occasionally up to 75 pounds.