Shot Blast I

Delta Star•Lynchburg, VA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Delta Star Inc. is seeking a motivated and safety‑focused Shot Blaster to support fabrication activities under the guidance of higher‑level Shot Blasters. If you’re eager to learn painting/ prep processes, develop mechanical skills, and contribute to high‑quality transformer manufacturing, we want to hear from you! In Shot Blast, you will assist painters with the preparation process by ensuring that rust, contaminants, & etc. is removed from the metal surface to promote proper adhesion and quality.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to pass a background check, drug test, and physical
Ability to follow safety rules and properly use PPE and material‑handling equipment.
Ability to read and follow work instructions and basic drawings.
Basic mechanical aptitude; willingness to learn new tools and processes.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and housekeeping.

Nice To Haves

Experience in metal prep, painting, grinding, or manufacturing preferred but not required.
Ability to operate or learn grinders, sanders, hand tools, painting equipment, power tools, forklifts, hoists, and cranes.

Responsibilities

Operates and performs shot blaster duties
Operate the overhead crane under the supervision of higher level employees
Complete all necessary DIR's & paperwork under supervision of higher level blasters
Operates shot blasting equipment using steel grit to clean various materials in an enclosed room
Turns equipment on & off and cleans equipment as required
Inspect quality of blast with assistance of upper levels
Report and unusual or faulty condition to upper levels
Completes other duties assigned by supervisor or higher levels
Use other applicable equipment under the direction of a higher level lead or supervisor
Complete all necessary DIR's
Add grit to recovery room as needed and shovel grit in recovery room to maintain quality cleaning material.
Maintains a level of quality and quantity consistent with level
Maintains good attendance in accordance with current attendance policy
Operate fork lift and maintain fork lift certifications