Industrial Abrasive Blaster

The role

This person will prepare steel beams, plates, pipe, tanks, and fabricated assemblies to specified surface profile standards. The role supports structural steel fabrication and coatings operations at a fabrication facility.

What you will do

• Operate pressure blast equipment to clean and profile structural steel and fabricated assemblies
• Read and interpret work orders, drawings, coating specifications, and inspection requirements
• Inspect surfaces prior to blasting and after for mill scale, rust, weld spatter, and contaminants
• Set up and break down blast equipment including pots, hoses, nozzles, and containment
• Monitor and adjust air pressure and abrasive flow
• Perform daily equipment inspections
• Work in coordination with the coatings crew
• Maintain the blast area and reclaim/recycle abrasive media
• Dispose of blast waste in accordance with site EHS procedures
• Follow all PPE requirements

Required qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial abrasive blasting
• Working knowledge of SSPC surface preparation standards (SP-6, SP-10, SP-5)
• Hands-on experience with pressure blast equipment operation and basic maintenance
• Ability to read and follow work orders, coating data sheets, and inspection checklists
• Respirator fit test and medical clearance required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Work in full PPE
• Perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods

Nice to have

• Experience blasting concrete is a plus
• OSHA 10 Construction or General Industry certification
• SSPC-BCS (Blasting and Coating Specialist) certification or equivalent
• Experience with NACE coating inspection and surface profile measurement tools (Testex tape, DFT gauge)
• Familiarity with ISO 12944 or AISC coating specifications
• Experience working in a fabrication shop or industrial coatings environment
• Valid driver’s license

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Before you apply

• Respirator fit test and medical clearance required (coordinated through Loenbro)
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

About the company

Loenbro is a construction lifecycle partner providing services including Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. They have a national presence with a local approach.