Blaster

Description An individual in the specialized field of marine coatings application and preservation; in respect to surface preparation both abrasive blasting and/or UHP water jetting.

Duties and Responsibilities: able to set-up equipment, hoses and lines o 40,000 psi UHP equipment or Abrasive blasting equipment • Able to operate equipment properly, safely, and effectively IAW specifications • Closed loop / self-contained and open lance equipment or • Abrasive blasting equipment • Complete all daily usage reporting paperwork • Comply with environmental requirements

Qualifications • Must be a US citizen • Must be able to access government installations • Must be able to walk at least 2 miles daily, crawl in tight spaces, and climb ladders and stairs without restriction • Must be able to lift 50 pounds above head • Must pass an occupational physical, drug screen and respirator medical authorization test  • Must be able to work any assigned shift and ability to work assigned overtime • Create and maintain a hazard free work space • Must be able to care for and maintain any PPE assigned to accomplish work IAW with health and safety requirements • OSHA 10 – Maritime.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in marine coatings industry as a blaster • Must have current SSPC C-7 or SSPC C-13