Blast Operator - Hearne, United States - GATX

GATX

Verified Company

Hearne, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Overview:

The primary function of the Blast Operator is to operate blasting equipment to remove scale, paint and other foreign substances from inside and/or outside of cars and other materials.

Responsibilities:

Operates stationary blasting equipment to remove scale and other foriegn substances from inside and/or outside of cars and other materials
Removes foreign matter from grit
Dismantles parts of machines to remove foreign matter when stopped up
Makes valve adjustments and minor repairs to blasting equipment and checks proper gauge to ensure equipment is in good working order
Cleans cars as required before and after blasting
Communicate with supervisors as needed
Keeps work area in a clean and oderly manner
Comply with established safety policies, support continuing safety awareness for safety, and when possible recommend specific changes and improvements to health and safety policies and programs.

Qualifications:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as IO instructions, FM instructions, and work orders
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide two digit numbers
Ability to reason through and plan work details and procedures to obtain desired results
Knowledge of railcar repairs
Effective communication skills
Basic computer knowledge
Able to follow verbal and written instructions

*Physical Demands*- Must be able to stoop for extended periods and routinely move from kneeling to standing positions

Must be able to perform overhead work for extended periods
Must be able to safely lift (vertically) up to 51 lbs, regulary and safetly lift up to 85 lbs from ground to surface
Must be able to push/pull (horizaontally) up to 140 pounds of force
Must be able to climb ladders and perform work at elevated heights
Must be able work in extreme temperature environments
Must be able to physically enter confined space and work in enclosed environments

**GATX embraces diversity, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.