Sandblaster

Sand Blaster Job Description

Preparation of marine crafts for painting. Prepares metal for painting by removing paint, rust, and mill scale with 150 PSI sandblasting equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES in the following (other duties may be assigned):

Assemble sandblasting equipment and hoses and place them in the required location. The setup required negative ventilation.

Sandblast surface using all required environmental and safety controls. Provide their own sandblasting hoods and nozzles.

Disassemble sandblasting equipment and hoses, and store them properly.

QUALIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Individuals must be 18 years of age (minimum).

EXPERIENCE

Working knowledge of techniques for preparing steel surfaces for painting, such as requirements for SSPC SP-10, SSPC SP-6, and SSPC SP-7.

Individuals must have 3 years of experience in the Marine Blasting field.

REASONING ABILITY

Must be able to follow directions and understand safety requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the job’s essential functions.

Must be able to carry a load of at least 50 lbs. Climb stairways and vertical and inclined ladders. Crawl in tanks and voids. Kneeling, standing, crouching, and stooping. Must be able to use hands and arms for long periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The shipyard environment involves working in cramped quarters, high places, hazardous conditions, loud noises, and wearing specialized protective equipment.