**Job Title: Sandblaster TEXT 971 317 8630** **Job Description** Perform sandblasting operations on steel structures, ensuring proper surface preparation for painting and coating. Operate sandblasting equipment, including compressors, nozzles, and abrasive materials. Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate protective gear. Maintain equipment, troubleshoot issues, and report any malfunctions. Collaborate with project teams to meet project schedules and quality standards. Adhere to company policies and procedures. **Responsibilities** + Perform sandblasting operations on steel structures to prepare surfaces for painting and coating. + Operate sandblasting equipment, including compressors, nozzles, and abrasive materials. + Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate protective gear. + Maintain and troubleshoot sandblasting equipment, reporting any malfunctions. + Collaborate with project teams to meet project schedules and quality standards. + Adhere to company policies and procedures. **Essential Skills** + Experience in sandblasting or a related field. + Familiarity with construction drawings and basic engineering terminology. + Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. + Ability to interpret contract language and work independently. + Physical stamina and ability to work in various weather conditions. + Ability to climb 10-15ft ladders. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with heavy labor, blueprints, overhead cranes, industrial environments, paint preparation, sanding, and general labor. + Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively. **Why Work Here?** Our company, founded in 1949, has a rich history as one of the most prestigious complex steel fabricators in the Western United States. Our distinguished team of over 300 employees is renowned for their expertise in project management, structural steel, and bridge fabrication. We offer competitive wages, pensions, family health plans, and respect for your skills through the Ironworkers Union Local 516. Additionally, we provide brand new protective gear and stipends for necessary equipment like steel-toe boots and prescription lenses. **Work Environment** Work in a 180,000 sq ft steel fabrication facility, one of the largest in the Pacific Northwest. Our facility is AISC certified for high-rise buildings, bridges, marine, and other structural steel projects. We also hold an AISC Sophisticated Paint, Indoor endorsement QP3 (SPE) for surface treatments and paint applications. The swing shift operates Monday through Thursday from 4:30 pm to 2:30 am, with a day shift training schedule for 1-2 weeks from 6:00 am to 4:30 pm. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tigard, Oregon. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $23.50 - $26.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Tigard,OR. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 23, 2024. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.