Blasters Needed Immediately in Norfolk, VA

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 5 Years of Past Blasting Experience/Shipyard Experience
• C-12 /C-7 Certification Preferred
• Prepare 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 Tool
• Large Wire Brush
• Flashlight
• 25ft. Tape Measure
• Utility Knife (“Box Cutter”)
• Wire Cutter
• Adjustable wrenches (10” & 12”)
• Flat Tip Screwdrivers
• “Channel-lock” Pliers

HOURS:

• First shift starts at 6AM
• Second shift starts at 3PM
• May work 8,10 or 12 hours shifts.

PAY:

• Local starts at $23 for 1^st Class
• Non-Local starts at $20 for 1^st Class with $110/Per Diem