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Blasting Trade Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Blaster

Chesapeake, VA

$17.75 - $24/hr

Perform abrasive blasting on shipyard structures including hulls, decks, bulkheads, foundations ... Support from recruiters who understand skilled trades * Advancement opportunities within shipyard ...

... not limited to trade shows, conferences, training, forums, networking receptions, media ... blasts, banner ads, etc. * Interface with Content Development, Product Managers, Social Media ...

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Perform abrasive blasting to remove rust, scale, paint, and surface contaminants. * Prepare ... Work with a staffing company that understands the shipyard industry and skilled trades workforce.

Be Seen First

Perform abrasive blasting to remove rust, scale, paint, and surface contaminants. * Prepare ... Work with a staffing company that understands the shipyard industry and skilled trades workforce.

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for blasting trade in the United States is $18.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Blasting Trade job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,392 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

$17.75 - $24/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

⚓ C7 Blasters Wanted – Prep the Steel That Builds the Fleet

We are actively hiring C7 Certified Blasters to support ongoing shipyard projects throughout Hampton Roads. This role is perfect for experienced surface prep professionals who understand that great coatings start with great blasting.

If you’re detail-oriented, safety-focused, and take pride in preparing steel to shipyard standards, this is your opportunity to put your certification to work on long-term marine construction projects.

???? C7 Blaster Responsibilities:
  • Perform abrasive blasting on shipyard structures including hulls, decks, bulkheads, foundations, and steel assemblies

  • Prepare surfaces to required shipyard and coating specifications (SSPC/NACE standards as applicable)

  • Operate blasting equipment safely and efficiently

  • Inspect surfaces for cleanliness, profile, and readiness for coating

  • Contain blasting areas and follow environmental controls

  • Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and industrial environments

  • Follow all shipyard safety procedures and PPE requirements

  • Coordinate with painters, supervisors, and production teams to meet schedules

✅ C7 Blaster Qualifications:
  • Current C7 Blaster Certification required

  • Prior shipyard or industrial blasting experience strongly preferred

  • Knowledge of surface preparation standards and abrasive media

  • Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and performing demanding work

  • Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces

  • Familiarity with OSHA shipyard safety practices

  • Reliable transportation and strong attendance

???? What We Offer:
  • Competitive hourly pay based on experience and certification

  • Overtime opportunities

  • Long-term shipyard assignments

  • Weekly pay

  • Support from recruiters who understand skilled trades

  • Advancement opportunities within shipyard operations


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About Tidewater Staffing

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Since 1992, Tidewater Staffing, Inc. (TSI) has been providing unrivaled workforce solutions for our clients in the ship repair, warehousing, and light industrial/manufacturing industries. Through the years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to solving staffing challenges efficiently, economically, and with integrity by embodying our mission statement: “Put people to work. Do the right thing every day.” Our deep industry experience and established local presence allow us to maintain a consistent, updated, and expansive network of skilled candidates, and our proprietary digital onboarding process. When you partner with Tidewater Staffing, you get employees who are trained, screened, supplied, and access to our proprietary digital onboarding process.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Virginia Beach, VA, US

Year founded

1992