Sand Blaster/Shop Helper

JGM • Sinking Spring, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

JGM is seeking a reliable and hardworking entry level Sand Blaster / Shop Helper to join our structural steel fabrication team. This role’s primary responsibility is prepare and finish steel surfaces. You will operate abrasive blasting equipment to remove rust, scale, and old coatings, ensuring surfaces meet specifications You will also be tasked with additional support duties throughout the shop as needed. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in an industrial fabrication environment.

Requirements

• Must be comfortable performing sandblasting as a primary job function wearing applicable PPE including hood or respirator.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience working in a warehouse, shop, or industrial setting required; 1+ years in industrial sandblasting or metal finishing preferred.
• Knowledge of different blast media and pressure settings preferred
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting heavy materials
• Willingness to learn and take on additional shop responsibilities
• Strong attention to safety and teamwork
• Forklift or Crane certification is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift or Crane certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform sandblasting to clean and prepare structural steel using grit, shot, or sand.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of tools and equipment including routine checks and cleaning of blast pots, hoses, and nozzles.
• Inspect finished surfaces to ensure they meet required profiles (e.g., SSPC standards).
• Wear full PPE (blast suit, respirator) and maintain a clean workspace.
• Assist skilled tradespeople, including welders and fabricators
• Load, unload, and move steel materials, tools, and equipment
• Prepare and maintain work areas by cleaning and removing hazards
• Move heavy steel parts using forklifts or overhead cranes.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and work collaboratively with team members
• Adhere to all JGM safety policies and procedures at all times
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Participate in the company’s yearly performance bonus program
• Medical, Vision & Dental
• PTO & Holidays
• 401(k) + Matching
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Referral Program
• Training and Further Education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees