Blaster

AMP United•Norfolk, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Blaster is responsible for abrading surfaces of metal or hard composition objects to remove adhering scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust, and dirt, and to impart a specified finish.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate
Previous sandblasting experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have a current C-7 certification
Must have or be able to obtain a secret clearance
Experience working with or removing heavy metals a plus.
Familiarity with power tools
Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with change and delays.
Follows rules and sets a good example by consistently adhering to appropriate work guidelines; follows organizational plans and guidelines so that objectives can be accomplished.
Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Demonstrates a basic understanding of all job knowledge skills, procedures and processes.
Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions, Uses equipment and materials properly.
Prolonged periods of standing and walking
Must be able to lift 45 pounds at times
Manual dexterity as needed to operate a variety of machinery and equipment.
Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises.