Sandblaster

We are a growing heavy equipment engineering and industrial manufacturing company located in St. Thomas, Ontario. We have an immediate requirement for a Sandblaster/Painter that will be dedicated to working with highly skilled team to execute the manufacture and assembly of new-to-market rail and mining vehicles. This role will primarily sandblast and act as the back-up painter.

Main Duties and Responsibilities: Adhering to Painting Specifications noted on Customer Work Orders

• Keeping the work space neat and tidy
• Sandblasting to required specifications
• PSX-700 painting experience concidered an asset.
• Cleaning the booth
• Shop painting of parts
• Team player with effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to mix their own paint
• Knowledge on prepping material for paint
• Adhere to all Health and Safety rules and procedures
• Operate Spray Paint Equipment
• Operate Sandblasting Equipment
• Clean product before painting
• Clean and maintain painting equipment
• Clean and maintain sandblasting equipment
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum 2 years of direct work experience in the Industrial Spray Painting and sandblasting industry and or protective coating industry.

Qualifications:

• Should have experience in most of the above listed job responsibilities
• Ability to work effectively both as an individual and a team member
• Previous experience operating a lift truck is an asset
• Ability to stand for 8 hours, with repetitive bending, twisting, and lifting (up to 50lbs)
• Prospective candidates must have excellent work habits and a commitment to procedures and accuracy

Wages:

· Will be determined based on education and experience but generally range from $18-$22/hour to start.

Hours:

· Normal hours are from Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with the ability to work overtime as required periodically. Avra runs a 4 x 10 hour shift operation during the summer months, Monday through Thursday 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, with Fridays off.

Note:

· Prospective candidates must possess a valid driver’s licence and have access to reliable transportation

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match

Work Location: In person
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