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Licensed Blaster
Must have completed Blaster I training and will be required to take Blaster II training At Maine Drilling & Blasting we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. Works as a job site blaster and receives direction from Blasting Supervisor and/or Project Superintendent $34k-49k yearly est.9d agoLicensed Blaster
At Maine Drilling & Blasting we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. + Must have completed Blaster I training and will be required to take Blaster II training + Works as a job site blaster and receives direction from Blasting Supervisor and/or Project Superintendent $34k-49k yearly est.18d agoBlaster
Responsibilities” of a 1st Class Corrosion Control Technician are as follows: 5-7 Years of Past Blasting Experience/Shipyard ExperiencePrepare all types of surfaces for preservation.Removes old paint and debris from all types of substrates by; Scraping, Chipping and Sanding.Operate; 3,000 to 5,000PSI Pressure Washers and wash surfaces to remove grease, rust, scale, and dirt.Operate 40,000PSI Ultra-High Pressure Water Jetting equipment.Mix Solvents and Coatings accurately to formula.Apply coatings in accordance with specifications and good marine practice.Capable of brush and roll painting for passing all inspection processes Be familiar with and exercise proper procedures for; painting in confined spaces.Control costs in assigned area of responsibility.Complete tasks with little to no supervision Other duties may be assigned as workload requirements dictate.Understand and act upon simple instruction Work independently to complete job assignments Must have regular, reliable attendance TOOL REQUIREMENTS:The following tools are expected to be part of the 1st Class Corrosion Control Technician's, employee provided and maintained toolbox: Tool bag or Toolbox“5 in 1” Painter's ToolLarge Wire BrushFlashlight25ft. Tape MeasureUtility Knife (“Box Cutter”) Wire CutterAdjustable wrenches (10” & 12”) Flat Tip Screwdrivers“Channel-lock” PliersPay starting at $23.00/hour Per Diem available for those eligible $23 hourly1d agoAbrasive Blaster
**Skills:** abrasive blaster, sand blaster, black beauty As a Best of Staffing Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Blasters are not being hired as Blaster Machine Equipment Operators (BMEO's) and Ultra-High Pressure Water Blasters. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Experience must include working in a physically demanding environment, confined spaces, working at heights, and in the use of a blaster air-fed helmet and/or soft hood air-fed respirator and a negative-pressure half-face respirator. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. $31k-38k yearly est.11d agoBlaster
Colonna's Shipyard is looking to obtain experienced candidates within our Paint Shop. We are pleased to accept resumes for Blasters on 2nd Shift 3:00pm - 11:30pm These are full time, permanent positions, with overtime, benefits, paid holidays, PTO, 401k matching! + Prepare all types of surfaces for preservation + Mix and apply of epoxy and enamel paints + Read job specifications and complete the job accordingly + Complete work within the requirements of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32. + Remove old paint and debris from all types of substrates by; scraping, chipping and sanding + Operate; 3,000 to 5,000PSI Pressure Washers and wash surfaces to remove grease, rust, scale, and dirt + Operate 40,000PSI Ultra-High Pressure Water Jetting equipment + Mix Solvents and Coatings accurately to formula + Apply coatings in accordance with specifications and good marine practice + Brush and roll painting for passing all inspection processes + Exercise proper procedures for; painting in confined spaces + Supervise and train, when applicable, department employees and/or other assigned crew members + Control costs in assigned area of responsibility + Complete tasks with little to no supervision + Other duties may be assigned as workload requirements dictate. + Must have regular, reliable attendance Surface preparation and coating application in accordance with SSPC-SP-1, SP-2, SP-3, SP-5, SP-6, SP- 10, SP-11 and SP-12. Surface Preparation to include: + Solvent Cleaning; hand tool cleaning; power tool cleaning; abrasive blasting; ultra-high pressure water-jetting Coatings Application: + Mixing of coatings to proper ratio + Brush & Roll paint application to required film thickness. + Masking and protection of surrounding and adjacent areas + Application of coatings using airless spray equipment Environmental Protection: + Install & Maintain containment for all fugitive emissions (Includes: Wash Water, Paint + Overspray, Abrasive Blasting Dust, etc.) Equipment; Set-up, Operation, and Breakdown: + Pressure washer (3500-5000 PSI) + Abrasive blasting pots + Airless spray paint pumps + 40,000 PSI UHP Blast Equipment Inspection and Testing on: + Wet Film Thickness readings + Surface Preparation Inspections using appropriate calibrated equipment + Coatings Inspections using appropriate calibrated equipment + Ability to obtain DBids is a plus + Minimum of five (5) years' experience with accomplishing Corrosion Control and Preservation in the Marine Industry • Minimum 120 hours of experience operating 40K PSI water-jetting equipment • Minimum 200 hours of experience operating 3500 - 5000 PSI pressure washers for cleaning of ships hulls • Minimum of 800 hours of "hands on" experience with Airless Spray paint application and/or Abrasive Blasting and/or installation and maintenance of vessel containment systems • Requires basic levels of mathematical, reading, writing and communication skills necessary to successfully accomplish the job description, skills and ability requirements as outlined above • Requires visual acuity necessary and appropriate to perform all job duties and requirements as listed. • Requires auditory acuity capable of hearing a forklift back-up alarm, moving vehicle horns, or other safety alarms and warning signals • Able to work all shifts, overtime and weekends • C-13 Ultra-High Pressure Water-Jetter Certification required • C-12 (Airless Spray Applicator) and/or C-7 (Abrasive Blaster) Certification required • Coatings Application Specialist Level II Certification preferred Position compensation is based on experience. Our benefits include: • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance • 401K, company match • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Legal Services • Annual performance evaluations • On-site Human Resources • On-site gym • Free and close proximity parking • Employee perks/gifts and more Colonna's Shipyard and our affiliates are pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE / M / F / DISABILITY / VET + Respect + Pride + Truth + Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry. ID: 2023-2550 External Company Name: Colonna's Shipyard, Inc. External Company URL: http://www.colonnaship.com/careers Street: 400 E. Indian River Rd. $32k-48k yearly est.29d agoC-7 Certified / Non - Certified Blaster
Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. **Tradesmen International** is immediately hiring experienced **C-7 Certified / Non - Certified Blasters** for projects located in and around **Newport News, VA** . + Using Blaster Air-Fed Helmet and/or Soft Hood Air-Fed Respirator and Negative-Pressure Half-Face Respirator Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability If you are a C-7 Certified or Non-Certified Blaster, and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! $27.3 hourly35d agoBlaster (experienced) - $1500 Sign- On Bonus
Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of HII, is offering a $1500 sign-on bonus to Blaster new hires, with a minimum 3 years experience. In addition, NNS is offering $1000 in relocation to experienced Blaster new hires that live 50 miles or greater from Newport News, VA. Who We Are - About HII Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. Current Newport News Shipbuilding employees are ineligible. $31k-47k yearly est.50d agoBLASTER (EXPERIENCED) - $1500 SIGN- ON BONUS
Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of HII, is offering a $1500 sign-on bonus to Blaster new hires, with a minimum 3 years experience. Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. Current Newport News Shipbuilding employees are ineligible. In addition, NNS is offering $1000 in relocation to experienced Blaster new hires that live 50 miles or greater from Newport News, VA. $31k-47k yearly est.57d agoBlaster
CTR Group is seeking Blaster throughout the Williamsburg/Toano areas. Further, CTR Group encourages United States' Veterans and persons with disabilities to apply for positions for which they are qualified. CTR Group has been a leader in its industry for over 30 years and is rated highly on Google, Indeed and Facebook for being a great company to work for. $14-15 hourly60d+ agoBlaster Experienced - $2,500 -$3,500sign-on Bonus
Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is offering a $2,500 sign-on bonus to experienced TRADE new hires. Current Newport News Shipbuilding employees are ineligible for the sign-on bonus. In addition, NNS is offering $2,000 in relocation to experienced TRADE new hires that live 50 miles or greater from Newport News, VA. Job seekers must apply before April 1, 2023 to be eligible for the sign-on and relocation bonus. Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding With more than 25,000 employees - including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders - HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. $31k-47k yearly est.60d+ agoBLASTER EXPERIENCED - $2,500 -$3,500SIGN-ON BONUS
Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is offering a $2,500 sign-on bonus to experienced TRADE new hires. Current Newport News Shipbuilding employees are ineligible for the sign-on bonus. $31k-47k yearly est.60d+ agoBLASTER ENTRY LEVEL - $500 SIGN-ON BONUS
Current Newport News Shipbuilding employees are ineligible for the sign-on bonus._ **_A_** **pplicants must apply before 4/1/ 2023 to be eligible for bonus. Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is offering a $500 sign-on bonus to entry-level TRADE new hires. $31k-47k yearly est.60d+ ago
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Average Salary For a Blaster
Based on recent jobs postings on Zippia, the average salary in the U.S. for a Blaster is $41,789 per year or $20 per hour. The highest paying Blaster jobs have a salary over $67,000 per year while the lowest paying Blaster jobs pay $25,000 per year
Updated March 22, 2023
Average Blaster Salary
$46,908 yearly
$20 hourly
4 Common Career Paths For a Blaster
Forklift Operator
Forklift operators are skilled workers responsible for operating heavy equipment machines called forklifts. They are in charge of operating forklifts, a type of industrial or heavy equipment truck/machine that moves materials from one place to another through prongs protruding from the machine. Forklift operators are responsible for loading and unloading cargo, operating the machine to ensure that the cargo reaches its destination, and complying with safety protocols. They are also in-charge of maintenance work on the machine and reporting any challenges or issues that may be encountered. Forklift operators must be physically fit and alert at all times.
Blaster/Painter
A blaster/painter specializes in applying paint and coating on different surfaces through a manual application or spraying system. They are responsible for understanding project requirements, preparing tools and surfaces, mixing paint, sealing cracks, filling dents, and operating blasting equipment and spray guns according to protocols and regulations. There are also times when a blaster/painter may climb up high places, clean work areas, and purchase supplies. Moreover, as a blaster/painter, it is essential to maintain an active and transparent communication line with staff to ensure a safe and efficient workflow.
Driver
Drivers are responsible for safely transporting people, packages, or goods from one destination to another. They should be familiar with the different routes that may be taken to reach the desired goal. They should be expert navigators and may use navigation apps to help them along the way. They should also be familiar with the basic mechanics of the vehicle they are using and the proper maintenance and cleaning needed to ensure that the car is running well. Drivers are expected to have excellent customer relation skills, a strong sense of direction, and superb organizations.
Operator
Operators are skilled workers who are in charge of working on an industrial machine or a specific aspect of the manufacturing business. They are trained to operate machines, learning how to use them. They are also responsible for the maintenance and repair of the machine, and they should be able to troubleshoot problems and provide remedies to them. They must be knowledgeable about the different parts of the machine and how to mitigate any challenges that may arise. Operators should be alert, detail-oriented, and familiar with safety and health guidelines.