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
