Blaster

Job description

Job Summary

Smith Pump Company, Inc. is a leading supplier and manufacturer of pump products and services for the water, wastewater, and industrial markets in Texas and Oklahoma. Since 1962, the Company has been providing products and services to these industries in a friendly and professional manner.

Learn more about Smith Pump by visiting our website:

JOB DESCRIPTION: Seeking an experienced Blaster that can operate automated blast systems or hand-held grit blast equipment to prepare interior and exterior product surfaces for coating operations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for prepping parts to be blasted and grit blasting to required specifications.
• Responsible for the preparation of metal surfaces for blasting and painting.
• Ensures that blasting equipment is properly maintained.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• We need applicants with a strong and stable work ethic with a superior attitude.

• Show up regularly, on time, when scheduled to work.
• Position requires at least 8 hours a day, 5 days per week. Overtime and some weekend work is required when deadlines demand it. * Capable of working under pressure and able to handle daily changes in schedules and priorities.
• Work well with others inside and outside the organization and be a team player
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills and can follow detailed instructions.
• Intangibles: Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. Good problem solving skills.

• Necessary Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Dependable transportation
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Pass Respirator and Fit Test

• Preferred Qualifications
• Previous Work Experience as a Blaster
• Forklift Experience

SUPERVISORY DUTIES: None

EXISTING / NEW POSITION: Existing

INCOME: Dependent on experience.

OTHER BENEFITS: Paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid employee medical and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, Cafeteria 125 plan.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

The job functions above describe expected work to be performed by the employee with this job title. We reserve the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform essential functions. This job description is not intended be the entire definition of the position, but instead it is meant to provide a general description.

Smith Pump Company, Inc. is a regional supplier and manufacturer consisting of four (4) locations and about 65 employees in Texas. The company works primarily in Texas and Oklahoma. Smith Pump Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, disability, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, marital status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for prepping parts to be blasted and grit blasting to required specifications.
• Responsible for the preparation of metal surfaces for blasting and painting.
• Ensures that blasting equipment is properly maintained.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• We need applicants with a strong and stable work ethic with a superior attitude.

• Show up regularly, on time, when scheduled to work.
• Position requires at least 8 hours a day, 5 days per week. Overtime and some weekend work is required when deadlines demand it. * Capable of working under pressure and able to handle daily changes in schedules and priorities.
• Work well with others inside and outside the organization and be a team player
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills and can follow detailed instructions.
• Intangibles: Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. Good problem solving skills.

Qualifications and Skills

• Necessary Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Dependable transportation
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Pass Respirator and Fit Test

• Preferred Qualifications
• Previous Work Experience as a Blaster
• Forklift Experience

Benefits

Paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid employee medical and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, Cafeteria 125 plan.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work on Saturday during our busy season?
• Our shop starts at 6 am. Are you able to start work at 6 am?
• We require pre-employment drug screens. Do you understand you will be required to take and pass a drug screen prior to beginning work?

Work Location: In person