Blasting Assistant Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

ARMADA INC.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Blaster

REPORTS TO: Foreman

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

FT / PT STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Shipyard(s) & Customer Facilities- Jacksonville, FL

SUMMARY

Performs abrasive blasting on metal and hard-composition surfaces to remove scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust, dirt, and other contaminants while achieving specified surface preparation and finish requirements. Conducts routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of blasting hoses, lines, and related equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, maintain, and remove blast protection materials and containment systems.
• Perform abrasive blasting operations to remove paint, grease, tar, rust, scale, and other surface contaminants.
• Prepare surfaces for coating applications through masking, grit blasting, and related preparation techniques.
• Inspect completed work to verify compliance with quality standards and project specifications.
• Operate blasting equipment in open work areas, confined spaces, and difficult-to-access locations.
• Manually direct blasting nozzles to ensure proper surface preparation and finish quality.
• Crawl, climb, and maneuver through access openings while utilizing protective materials such as tape, rubber, plastic wrap, tin, and canvas to safeguard shipboard equipment and systems during blasting operations.
• Safely lift, transport, position, and assemble blasting equipment, hoses, and related components.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform preventive maintenance on blasting equipment and support systems.
• Assist in the training and development of employees engaged in blasting operations.
• Support other production-related activities during downtime under appropriate supervision.
• Comply with all company, federal, state, and local safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES& ATTRIBUTES

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong time management and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from job specifications, maintenance manuals, technical procedures, and safety documentation.
• Ability to estimate, calculate, and requisition grit, fuel, supplies, and other materials required for blasting operations.
• Ability to provide clear instruction, guidance, and support to team members.
• Ability to follow and execute written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality workmanship, and continuous improvement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years experience in the Marine Industry
• 1+ years formal or Informal job training
• C-7 Certificate (Company May Provide)
• OSHA-10 (Company May Provide)

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly exposed to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, dusty conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazardous machinery, heights, confined spaces, precarious places, proximity to other employees.
• Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50+ pounds (50 lbs occasionally, 25 lbs frequently, 10 lbs constantly)
• Lifting includes from floor to waist, waist to shoulder, waist to overhead
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders
• Required to reach with hands and arms; use of hands to feel, grip or handle
• Use of vision to see up close, distance and peripherally, as well as depth perception and ability to adjust focus in low light conditions
• May be required to wear a respirator

EQUIPMENT USED

• Blast Pot, Hopper, after cooler, dehumidifiers, dust collectors, vaccums, forklifts, HVAC Equipment, industrial vacuum units, pressure washer, air compressors, hoses, ductwork, pneumatic tools, electric tools, electrical disconnects and transformers, hand tools, vacuum bottles

*This is a general list and is not all inclusive.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

• Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions