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Industrial Blasting Operator
Pay Details:
Sliding pay scale – the more experience you have = the more per hour
At Carolina Industrial Pressure Cleaning, we believe in merit-based pay – your performance determines your earning potential. The harder you work, the more you can earn. Raises, bonuses, and advancement are all based on your effort, attitude and results. Your pay is in your hands.
Benefits:
Top-of-the-Line Equipment: Work with the best tools in the industry for safety, efficiency and quality results. All company trucks come fully loaded – All trucks are 2022 or newer!
Shift Pay Differentials: Earn more for evening, weekend or overnight shifts. Your time and flexibility are rewarded.
Opportunities for Advancement: Grow with us – hard work and dedication lead to promotion.
Supportive Team Environment: Join a crew that values respect, safety and teamwork.
Company App: Utilize our company app to clock in and out, track time off, submit daily work orders and communicate with the entire team seamlessly!
Job Summary:
We are currently seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Industrial Blasting Operator to join our team. This position is responsible for operating a variety of blasting systems, including dry ice and other media, to clean, strip, and prepare surfaces in industrial environments. The ideal candidate has experience in abrasive or non-abrasive blasting, surface preparation, and understands the handling and application of blasting media or dry ice across different surfaces and equipment types.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate blasting equipment, including dry ice and other media systems (e.g., soda, sand, glass bead, plastic, or other materials)
Perform cleaning and surface preparation of industrial equipment, structures, and components according to job specifications
Inspect surfaces before and after blasting to ensure proper treatment and quality standards
Handle and apply blasting contents safely and effectively in a variety of industrial environments
Set up, operate, and maintain blasting equipment, including compressors, hoses, and nozzles
Follow safety protocols, including use of PPE and compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations
Maintain accurate records of work performed, job supplies used, and job completion status
Work independently or as part of a team in potentially confined spaces, at heights, or in rugged environments
Communicate effectively with supervisors and clients regarding job progress and any issues encountered
Qualifications:
6 months+ of experience in industrial blasting, surface prep, or related field preferred
Familiarity with different media types and appropriate applications
Strong understanding of safety procedures and equipment handling
Ability to read and interpret work orders, job plans, and technical specifications
Physically able to lift up to 50lbs, work in confined spaces, and operate equipment for extended periods
Valid driver’s license with CLEAN driving record
Proficient in towing various trailer(s)
Preferred Skills & Certifications:
OSHA 10/30 certification
Confined Space Entry and Fall Protection training
Familiarity with industrial coatings or painting is a plus
Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting blasting equipment