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VLS Environmental Solutions

Blaster

Sunshine, LA

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

... media methods Utilizes respirators and PPE in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and operating instructions. Assembles and disassembles helmets and air line connections prior to use ...

Aerotek

Bead Blaster

Madison, GA · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

... blasters. * Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and familiarity with manufacturing or industrial environments. * Ability to select appropriate blasting media and adjust pressure settings to achieve ...

Agriland FS

Industrial Painter

Winterset, IA · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Prepare surfaces through cleaning, sanding, pressure washing, and media blasting * Mix and apply industrial coatings using spray equipment, brushes, and rollers * Inspect finished work to ensure ...

AGRILAND FS

Industrial Painter

Winterset, IA · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Prepare surfaces through cleaning, sanding, pressure washing, and media blasting * Mix and apply industrial coatings using spray equipment, brushes, and rollers * Inspect finished work to ensure ...

Aerotek

Machine Operator

Carlsbad, CA

$21/hr

Perform media blasting of MJF printed parts according to job sheets and specifications. * Remove all excess powder and ensure parts meet finishing quality standards. * Compare parts to drawings and ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for media blasters in the United States is $49.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.36 and $51.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a media blaster?

A Media Blaster uses abrasive blasting equipment to clean, smooth, or prepare surfaces by propelling materials like sand, glass beads, or other media at high speed. This process is commonly used in industries such as automotive restoration, construction, and manufacturing to remove rust, paint, or other contaminants. Media Blasters must follow safety protocols, wear protective gear, and operate specialized machinery efficiently. Depending on the job, they may work indoors in a controlled environment or outdoors on large industrial projects.

What does a media blaster do?

A typical day for a Media Blaster involves preparing and setting up equipment, reviewing work orders, and ensuring all safety measures are followed before starting any blasting processes. You’ll spend much of your time operating media blasting machinery to clean, strip, or finish surfaces on a wide variety of materials, which may include metal, concrete, or wood. Media Blasters often work independently or as part of a team, coordinating with supervisors and other tradespeople to meet project deadlines. Jobs can be physically demanding and may require working in protective gear or confined spaces, but the work offers hands-on experience and the opportunity to advance into supervisory or specialized roles over time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a media blaster?

To thrive as a Media Blaster, you need a solid understanding of surface preparation techniques, familiarity with abrasive blasting equipment, and knowledge of safety protocols, often gained through on-the-job training or technical certifications. Competence in using sandblasters, air compressors, protective gear, and possibly OSHA certification is commonly expected. Attention to detail, strong communication, and reliability are important soft skills that help ensure quality work and safe collaboration with team members. These skills and qualifications are vital for delivering high-quality surface treatments in industrial and construction environments while maintaining workplace safety standards.

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Blaster

VLS Environmental Solutions

Sunshine, LA

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.

Waste Services

VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.

Railcar Services

VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.

Marine Services

VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

Operate blasting equipment to remove scale, paint and other foreign substances from inside and/or outside of barges and other materials to prime, paint and stencil the interior and/or exterior surfaces of barges or equipment
Adjust equipment as necessary to perform efficient and proper blasting
Surface preparation of non-finished barges and components using various blast media methods
Utilizes respirators and PPE in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and operating instructions.
Assembles and disassembles helmets and air line connections prior to use
Performs general and preventative maintenance on blasting equipment to include cleaning after use and proper set up for the next job
Keep materials area and other work areas clean and orderly and report potential hazards
Complies with all established safety regulations, rules, policies and procedures
Performs other assignments as required

Requirements:

Must have a minimum of 6 months experience in general abrasive blasting
Must be able to work effectively and efficiently both as a member of a team and independently
Able to follow or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
Ability to read, interpret, and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and assembly instructions
Ability to work M-F 6:00am-2:30pm with mandatory overtime (OT after normal shift and weekends)
Work weekends as needed
Able to work in any weather conditions
Dependable
Manages time effectively
Must be willing to help out in other departments as needed
Ability to work independently or as a team
Must pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screening
Must be authorized to work in the US
Preferred Requirements
2 years experience in general abrasive blasting

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