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Blaster 1/Class

FAIRLEAD INTEGRATED

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Location
Newport News, VA
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

C7 Certification

Job overview

The Blaster 1/Class role involves operating high‑pressure washers and blasting equipment to prepare surfaces for preservation, selecting appropriate media and tools, and ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards while working independently and as part of a team.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

SSPC Surface Preparation StandardsOSHA Shipyard Industry StandardsNAVSEA RequirementsUSCG RequirementsDept. Of the Army Preservation RequirementsInspection Checkpoint RequirementsManufacturer Product Data Sheets and SDSDEQ and EPA Requirements10‑12″ Adjustable WrenchesScraperFlashlightWire CuttersFlat Head ScrewdriverChannel LocksUtility KnifeInspection Mirror

Qualifications

5 Years Experience in Marine Preservation IndustryC7 CertificationReliable Transportation and AttendanceLocal Travel as Needed

Full job description

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift Type: First Shift

Location(s): 99 JEFFERSON - NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23607 US (Primary)

3128 VICTORY - PORTSMOUTH, VA 23702 US

Category Skilled Trades

Basic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to, the following):

  • Operate 3K-5K PSI pressure washers.

  • Prepare all types of surfaces for preservation.

  • Select proper media to obtain desired surface preparation requirements.

  • Operate various style blasting units.

  • Proper use and selection of various types of hand and power tools for surface preparation.

  • Complete tasks with little or no supervision.

  • Follow and act on instructions/tasks given.

  • Work independently to accomplish tasks.

  • Work with others, as a team, to accomplish tasks.

  • Control costs in their assigned area of responsibility.

  • Work in various environments, including but not limited to confined spaces, elevated staging, & manlifts.

Experience & Skill:

  • Knowledge of the various SSPC surface preparation standards.

  • Knowledge of OSHA Shipyard industry standards.

  • Advanced knowledge of the selection and uses of various types and sizes of media.

  • Advanced knowledge of the set-up, operation, & troubleshooting of the various preservation tools and equipment.

  • Advanced safety knowledge to include proper PPE selection, the safe handling, use, disposal, and storage of media, confined space entry, Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.

  • Advanced knowledge of NAVSEA, USCG, & Dept. of the Army preservation requirements.

  • Knowledge of various inspection/checkpoint requirements.

  • Knowledge of manufacturer’s product data sheets and SDS.

  • Knowledge of DEQ & EPA requirements.

  • Knowledge of work specifications.

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the marine preservation industry.

  • Possess a valid C7 certification.

  • Reliable transportation and attendance.

  • Local travel as needed.

Required tools:

  • 10”-12” adjustable wrenches

  • Scraper

  • Flashlight

  • Wire cutters

  • Flat head screwdriver

  • Channel locks

  • Utility knife

  • Inspection mirror

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