Job description
Labor One is hiring Blasters for a shipyard in
San Diego, California
Shipyard experience is required.
Shipyard experience is required.
Please contact our team for more information!
Cell: (619)657-5507 or (858)717-1672
Walk-ins Accepted! Apply today!
1625 Hoover Avenue National City, CA 91950
Office Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Cell: (619)657-5507 or (858)717-1672
Walk-ins Accepted! Apply today!
1625 Hoover Avenue National City, CA 91950
Office Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Job Summary:
Prepares surfaces using a propelling stream of abrasive material against a surface under high pressure (100 to 120 psi) to roughen a smooth surface, remove surface contaminants, and remove adhering scale, paint and/or multi-layer rust. Works on Ships at heights and confined areas, at Blast and paint Facilities and/or in Paint Pit, using an air feed respirator. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.
Qualification Standards:
One to two years experience on abrasive blasting activities or SSPC C-7 Certification accredited. Must be knowledgeable in surface preparation procedures. Must be able to set up and use abrasive blast gear and equipment. Must be able to operate high-reaching equipment. Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and on any shift. Must be able to hear warning signals and read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings.
Essential Job Tasks:
- Install protective masking and containment systems.
- Set up and operate abrasive blast equipment.
- Perform abrasive blast surface preparation to the specified degree of cleanliness.
- Set up, operate, and maintain dust collection system.
- Set up and operate blast media recovery, which includes final cleaning of the surface prior to coating application.
- Other job duties may be assigned relevant to the trade.
Materials, Tools Equipment, Work Aids:
Abrasive blast media, ventilation ducting, hand tools, 50' long blast hose, 10' long whip hose, breathing air hose, air purifying devices, abrasive blast respirator, blast equipment, blast media recovery equipment, dust collection and dehumidification equipment, high reach equipment, approved retractable knife, cleaning equipment, cut resistant gloves and other personal protective equipment.
Physical/Mental Involvement:
Lifting/carrying metal and equipment parts up to 50 lbs (frequent) to 100 lbs. assisted lift. Controlling blast hose at pressures of 120-140 psi, propelling blast media at a velocity of 450 mph against the surface. Tolerating breathing supply and wearing multi-layered clothing. Standing, balancing, walking, climbing ladders or equipment, reaching above shoulder or out in front, manual dexterity, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, seeing, hearing and occasionally lowering self into confined spaces, crawling through small openings and working in reclined positions, as needed. Working in all areas of the shipyard and on board ships. Hearing warning signals and reading and comprehending safety instructions. Maintaining general safety awareness and avoiding hazards commonly present in employees’ work areas.
Marginal Job Tasks:
Works with the General Services Department in erecting and dismantling scaffold, water evacuation, load out and grooming compartments. Works with the Paint Department in performing surface preparation and painting application activities. General housekeeping is required in work areas. May be required to attend safety, quality and/or process improvement meetings.
Environmental Factors:
Exposure to small particles of abrasive materials, airborne dust, toxic chemicals, fumes, odors, gases, various climates and temperatures, and low ventilation conditions, all of which can cause discomfort and/or respiratory difficulties. Exposure to moving machines and mechanical parts, static shock, and high levels of constant noise.
Labor One Staffing is 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 veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
About LaborOne Staffing®:
We're always hiring Great people for our projects. We have work available for Skilled Craft - Welders, Fitters, Electricians, Machinists, Blaster Painters, Fire Watch General Labor, Etc. in Shipyards on both coasts and along the Gulf Coast region.We also have General Labor jobs available in Texas, Florida, South Carolina, Virginia and California.
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