Job Description
Step into a hands-on role where your precision and attention to detail directly impact product quality and customer satisfaction. This temporary opportunity in Tulsa is ideal for an experienced sandblaster who takes pride in preparing and finishing industrial surfaces to exacting standards while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment.
About the Role:
You will be responsible for abrasive blasting and surface preparation on a variety of industrial components, ensuring they are ready for coating and finishing to specified standards. Working closely with production and quality teams, you will help maintain throughput while meeting strict safety and quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate abrasive blasting equipment to clean, strip, and prepare metal and other industrial surfaces according to job specifications.
- Select appropriate blasting media, pressure settings, and techniques based on material type and required finish.
- Perform thorough surface preparation, including masking, degreasing, and cleaning prior to coating or painting.
- Conduct basic inspections of finished surfaces to verify cleanliness, profile, and adherence to quality standards.
- Carry out basic mechanical maintenance and routine checks on blasting equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation.
- Maintain a clean, organized blasting area, including proper handling and disposal of media and waste materials.
- Follow all industrial safety procedures, including correct use of PPE and adherence to facility safety protocols.
- Collaborate with supervisors and quality personnel to address defects, rework needs, and process improvements.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience operating abrasive blasting equipment in an industrial or fabrication environment.
- Strong practical skills in surface preparation and cleaning for coating or painting processes.
- Solid understanding of industrial safety practices and consistent compliance with PPE requirements.
- Ability to perform basic mechanical maintenance and troubleshoot common equipment issues.
- Familiarity with coating and paint application fundamentals and how surface preparation impacts final finish.
- Competence in reading and following work instructions, job travelers, and basic technical specifications.
- Physical ability to perform manual work, including lifting, standing, and working in blasting environments for extended periods.
- Reliable work habits, including punctuality, attention to detail, and adherence to production schedules.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience working in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial coatings facility.
- Exposure to different blasting media types and specialized surface profiles.
- Basic knowledge of corrosion control and protective coating systems.
- Ability to assist with simple coating or paint application tasks when required.
- Familiarity with quality documentation and recording inspection results.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
- Formal training or certification in abrasive blasting or industrial coatings is an advantage.
- OSHA or other safety-related training relevant to industrial environments is beneficial.
If you have the practical sandblasting experience and safety-first mindset to support high-quality industrial finishes, we encourage you to apply for this temporary opportunity in Tulsa.