Blaster at International Marine and Industrial Applicators, LLC in Newport News, Virginia

Job Description:

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.

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.

JOB TITLE: Blaster

REPORTS TO: Blast Foreman

Summary of position: Responsible for blasting any surface to the correct degree of surface preparation. Perform repairs to hoses, lines and isolated equipment. Must be capable of working in dark spaces with other blasters in close proximity.

Essential Job Requirements: Perform very physical duties under leadership of Blast Foreman. Blast surface to standard specified without leaving faulty areas. Assist in setting up for the job; assist in training of other workers as necessary; complete work with little or no supervision; must be knowledgeable of OSHA requirements relative to the shipbuilding industry; must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations; accurately operate, clean, and maintain all equipment; must be able to follow directions; must be able to communicate effectively in writing or orally; lead small work groups on job as assigned; efficiently and correctly interpret and work from owner supplied drawings, job specifications, instruction manuals, manufacturers handbooks, change orders, and contract specifications. May be required to use water blaster at different times and may be required to perform additional duties as deemed necessary by the Blast Foreman or Superintendent.

Required Education: Must be capable of taking verbal direction. Ability to read and write with understanding.

Required Experience: Formal or informal on the job training and 2 years experience in the Marine Industry.

Required Skills: Must be very productive while blasting interior or exterior surfaces. Maintain safety at all times. Must be able to read and interpret documents as necessary, such as operating and maintenance manuals, safety rules and regulations, procedure manuals, etc. Must be able to work cooperatively and productively with other employees and shipyard personnel. Must take direction and carry out the specified work scope.

Physical Requirements: Regularly required to walk; frequently required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, or crawl at various heights and in confined spaces; occasionally required to sit; required to reach with hands and arms, use hands to feel, grip, or handle; regularly required to safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; required 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 to safely perform assigned tasks.

Mental Requirements: Must be able to carry out simple to complex oral, written, or diagramed instructions safely and efficiently. Must be able to solve simple problems inside tank while blasting.

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

Equipment Used: Blast Pot/Hopper, after cooler, dehumidifiers, dust collectors, vacuums, forklifts, electrical disconnects and transformers, compressors.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Help with new blasters.

Working Conditions: Typical work environment is dusty, noisy, and confined. Exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, fumes, ambient weather conditions, and hazardous machinery is characteristic as well. Often works on scaffolds and ladders. To avoid injury, safety clothing required along with safety devices to protect eyes, head, or hearing. Travel, prolonged periods of overtime and varying shifts are required in the performance of this job.

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