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... contractor servicing every U.S. Port with a mobile full time workforce that ensures that a quality ... Shipyard(s) & Customer Facilities SUMMARY The Blast Foreman is responsible for all blast related ...

Interacts effective daily communications with sub-contractors, shipyard personnel. * Ensures safety policies are adhered to and compliance requirements are met. * Provides project managers and ...

Safety Coordinator

Superior, WI · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Conducts employee, contractor, and visitor Orientations. * Customer Interface: Creates and ... Experience in the maritime/shipyard industry is preferred. * GED or high school diploma required.

Safety Coordinator

Superior, WI · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Conducts employee, contractor, and visitor Orientations.Customer Interface: Creates and implements ... Experience in the maritime/shipyard industry is preferred.GED or high school diploma required.

Conducts employee, contractor, and visitor Orientations. * Customer Interface: Creates and ... Experience in the maritime/shipyard industry is preferred BUT not required. * GED or high school ...

Safety Coordinator

Superior, WI · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Conducts employee, contractor, and visitor Orientations. * Customer Interface: Creates and ... Experience in the maritime/shipyard industry is preferred BUT not required. * GED or high school ...

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Blast Foreman-Marinette, Wisconsin

IMIA, LLC

Oconto, WI

Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Title
Blast Foreman
About the Organization
IMIA,LLC is the only national marine surface preparation painting contractor servicing every U.S. Port with a mobile full time workforce that ensures that a quality product is delivered on time every time. IMIA, LLC has the equipment, seasoned deckplate supervision and mechanics, as well as rigorous corporate safety and quality programs and financial strength to support our customer's preservation needs in a truly superior and comprehensive fashion.
IMIA, LLC offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in:
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• LTD
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• 401k
Employees and their household members are also eligible to participate in the company's Employee Assistance Program.
Per Diem OR Dislocation Allowance may be provided to eligible employees to reimburse some or all of the cost an employee might be reasonably expected to incur for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses while traveling out of town for work.
EOE Statement
IMIA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex, disability status, marital status, status as a covered veteran, genetics, or any other protected groups under state, federal or local Equal Opportunity Laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
Description
ARMADA INC.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Blast Foreman
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
FT / PT STATUS: Full Time
LOCATION: Shipyard(s) & Customer Facilities
SUMMARY
The Blast Foreman is responsible for all blast related operations for a designated job or jobs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Perform physical and organizational duties under leadership of Superintendent/Project manager
  • Attend inspections of blast work
  • Inspect preparation of blasted areas and have blasters correct any areas that don't meet standards
  • Organize, supervise, lead and train employees to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframe
  • Direct and assist in setup and removal of blasting equipment
  • Review and submit timesheets for assigned crew
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
  • Directing various number of employees in a productive and safe manner
  • Training, planning, assigning and directing work
  • Ordering grit, fuel, supplies and other materials for blasting operations
  • Conduct Performance evaluations, providing recommendations for promotion and salary adjustments

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & ATTRIBUTES
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as job specifications, maintenance manuals, safety manuals.
  • Ability to calculate and order grit, fuel, supplies and other materials for blasting operations
  • Ability to provide clear insruction and direction to team members
  • Ability to carry out written or verbal instruction
  • Excellent critical thinking and problem solving

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • 3+ years experience in the Marine Industry
  • 1+ years formal or Informal job training
  • C-7 Certificate (Company May Provide)
  • OSHA-10 (Company May Provide)
  • CPR/AED/First Aid (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
  • May be required to wear a respirator

EQUIPMENT USED
  • Blast Pot / Hopper, after cooler, dehumidifiers, dust collectors, vaccums, forklifts, electrical disconnects and transformers, compressors

*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

Location
Wisconsin
Salary Range
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
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