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Industrial Abrasive Blaster Job Description The Industrial Abrasive Blaster prepares steel tanks and other steel structures for coating by performing abrasive blasting using media such as steel grit, Black Beauty, or Starblast. This role involves setting up and operating dry-blast equipment, following detailed work instructions and surface preparation standards, and working safely in ladders, elevated areas, and confined spaces.
Quality, safety, and adherence to surface profile and cleanliness requirements are central to the position. If interested with relevant experience please text Jay with Aerotek Aviation and upload/text an updated resume. Text Jay @ 850 208 6567 Responsibilities Set up and operate dry-blast equipment, including blast pots, air dryers, compressors, hoses, and nozzles, in accordance with work instructions and safety procedures.
Perform abrasive blasting on steel tanks, structural steel, pressure vessels, fabricated steel, heavy equipment, aerospace components, and other industrial surfaces using media such as steel grit, Black Beauty, and Starblast. Read and follow work instructions and work orders to understand surface preparation standards, required blast profiles, and cleanliness levels. Achieve specified surface profiles and cleanliness requirements in line with SSPC (surface preparation) standards and other applicable quality standards.
Prepare surfaces for painting and coating, including paint prep and surface prep, ensuring proper cleaning and readiness for industrial painting and coating processes. Work inside large tanks and confined spaces, and climb ladders and steel structures as needed to access all areas requiring blasting. Maintain strict adherence to quality and safety standards, making quality and safety top priorities in all tasks.
Operate in a heavy industrial, marine, shipyard, and manufacturing environment, supporting industrial painting, tank cleaning, sandblasting, and related operations. Demonstrate mechanical aptitude in handling blasting equipment, troubleshooting basic issues, and maintaining proper equipment setup. Follow all safety procedures, including those related to confined space work, hot environments, and dusty conditions.
Meet attendance expectations, work hard throughout the shift, and support weekend work and extended hours when required. Lift and move materials and equipment weighing 50 pounds or more as part of daily work activities. Contribute to building and supporting a newer team in the shop, maintaining a positive attitude and strong focus on quality and safety. Essential Skills At least 6+ months of experience in blasting, preferably abrasive blasting on structural steel, tanks, pressure vessels, fabricated steel, heavy equipment, or aerospace components.
Hands-on experience using abrasive blasting media such as Starblast, Black Beauty, and/or steel grit. Experience with industrial blasting or sandblasting in heavy industrial, marine, shipyard, or manufacturing environments. Understanding of basic setup and operation of dry-blasting equipment, including blast pots, air dryers, compressors, hoses, and nozzles. Experience blasting on steel surfaces; specific tank blasting experience is a strong plus.
Knowledge and understanding of surface profile and surface cleanliness requirements, including SSPC surface preparation standards. Ability to read and interpret work orders and work instructions accurately. Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights, including climbing ladders and working inside large tanks and on steel structures. Capability to work in hot, dirty, dusty environments in an open-air industrial shop.
Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift. Reliable attendance and strong work ethic, with the ability to work extended hours and weekends. Strong focus on quality and safety, with commitment to adhering to both at the highest level. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in industrial p