Coater/Blaster - Big Lake, AK

NANA Construction•Big Lake, AK

About The Position

The Coater/Blaster cleans and sprays surfaces of manufactured products with cleaning and protective or decorative materials, including paint, enamel, glaze, gel-coat, or lacquer. The role removes grease, dirt, and rust; prepares surfaces; mixes and applies coatings using spray equipment, brushes, or other means; and cleans coating equipment. Employees must promptly report all incidents and accidents to their supervisor. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Other duties pertinent to the department or unit’s success may also be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent, or ten years of related experience may be considered.
At least one year of directly related experience.
Alaska Painters Certification required.
Reliable transportation to get to the job site.
Steel-toed boots are required on the job.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively before groups.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagram-based instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Willingness to learn, mentor others in work-task completion, and perform other duties and job functions.
Commitment to keeping oneself and others safe, including stopping work when unsafe conditions arise.
Valid identification is required when traveling to and from the mine; travel may involve passing through a TSA security checkpoint.

Nice To Haves

A driver’s license and an acceptable driving record for the past three years to qualify under the company vehicle insurance policy.

Responsibilities

Clean grease and dirt from products.
Remove rust from metal surfaces using blasting agents.
Apply masking tape to parts and areas that are not to be coated.
Fill cavities and dents with putty to create a smooth surface.
Select and mix coating liquid to produce the desired color.
Pour coating liquid into a spray container and connect the spray gun to an air hose.
Adjust sprayer valves and nozzle to regulate spray width and pressure.
Apply primer or finish coat by directing the spray onto the work surface.
Coat areas inaccessible to a hand sprayer with a brush or other means.
Clean spraying equipment and brushes with solvent.
Immediately report all incidents and accidents, no matter how small, to the supervisor.
Participate in daily toolbox meetings by offering productive feedback and occasionally leading the meeting.
Assist other work crews when needed and perform other duties or job functions as assigned.
Follow safe work practices, including stopping work when unsafe conditions arise.