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Painter Blaster II
Vigor, Llc
Industrial sandblaster and painter responsible for preparing steel products and applying coatings to required specifications, and leading associates in related tasks.
16d ago
$25
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Portland, OR
Onsite
Company Size
1,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Marine Services
Shipbuilding
Engineering
Design
Repair Services
Project Management
Consulting
Fabrication
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Defense
Energy
Infrastructure
Maritime
Shipbuilding
Ship Repair
Industrial Services
Role
What you would be doing
environmental testing
equipment operation
task management
coating identification
equipment maintenance
coatings application
- Test and document environmental conditions and reference acceptance criteria
- Responsible for painting products to required specification and directing associates where needed.
- Care and identification of serviceable coatings and thinners
- Responsible for completing assigned tasks such as:
- Responsible for completing all assigned blasting tasks such as masking/protecting any surfaces from blast media
- Operate and maintain all sandblasting equipment
- Operate and repair of Plural component pumps.
- Troubleshoot and repair field equipment including, blast pot, dust collector, vacuum, compressor, dehumidifier, etc.
- Manage a daily budget of hours vs. daily output
- Perform Soluble Salt Tests and reference acceptance criteria
- Conduct Dry Film Thickness measurements according to SSPC PA-2
- Test and document environmental conditions and reference acceptance criteria.
- Flag any production issues that may impact the schedule
- Maintaining associated painting equipment
- Identify a distorted spray fan/pattern and ways to correct
- Lead a team in repair and maintenance of blast equipment including booths, reclaim systems, automatic blast machines, etc.
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections on personal blast equipment including hose, nozzle, light, hood etc.
- Applies coatings to complex structures with minimal to no quality problems
- Responsible for sandblasting steel products to required degree needed to SSPC standards, and directing associates where needed
What you bring
forklift training
blast pot tending
testex tape
paint application
sspc standards
coating mixing
- Requires forklift training, blast media handling and storage
- Knowledge of blast pot tending requirements
- OSHA 10
- Urethanes and Polysiloxanes
- Ability to give instruction to others assigned to assist on projects.
- Working knowledge of determining blast profile using Testex Tape
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip, and climb.
- Epoxies and Acrylics
- Working knowledge of all levels of surface preparation SPI-1
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
- Working knowledge of manufactures P.D.S.
- Ability to calculate required WFT needed in order to achieve desired DFT
- Ability to perform a blotter test in accordance with ASTM 4285
- Identification of non-serviceable blast media
- Working knowledge of blast nozzle sizes, styles and purpose
- Working knowledge of between coat preparation
- Ability to mix coatings in accordance with P.D.S
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions, regarding daily functions, safety rules and regulations, and possible hazardous conditions.
- Know SSPC written definitions of blast standards 5, 6, 7, 10
- Ability to determine blast media suitability for use
- Knowledge of what the number on an airless tip signify
- Knowledge of basic operation of wheel blast machines
- Aerial / Boom lift
- Working knowledge of both airless and conventional spray equipment and techniques
- Performing SSPC SP1
- Ability to determine PSI requirements and settings
- Working knowledge of surface preparation standards SP1-SP10
- Successfully performs work as an individual, as a member of a single craft, or multi-craft work crew. Performs work with minimal supervision safely and efficiently. Other duties may be assigned.
- Knowledge of blast signals to communicate with blast pot tender
- Ability to coat 100 square feet with less than 2% rework in 15 minutes with no Holidays
- Inorganic zinc and Moisture Cured Urethanes
- Ability to set-up/teardown, and clean paint application equipment
- Understand ricochet, dust collection, and airflow
- Must understand good sandblasting/painting practice
- Ability to blast 100 square feet of test area to SP-10 in 1 hour
- Able to identify and repair unsafe conditions
- An ability to function in a safe manner and in accordance with company and industry standards
- Knowledge to identify a distorted spray fan/pattern and ways to correct
- Must have working knowledge of different blast media and purpose
- Ability to lift, carry 60LBs, or maneuver objects, difficult objects will be lifted with the assistance of mechanical means or additional manpower.
- Working knowledge of post blast conditions such as rust bloom
- Safe work habits
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Overview
1995 Founded
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1995 from a rescued ship repair yard, marking the beginning of its maritime and industrial engineering journey.
7 Facilities
Major operational sites
The company operates seven major facilities across the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, showcasing its extensive infrastructure capabilities.
2017 Contract
Landmark US Army project
Secured a significant US Army landing craft contract in 2017, highlighting its expertise in defense and government vessel programs.
2019 Ownership
New ownership milestone
Acquired by The Carlyle Group and Stellex Capital in 2019, marking a new era of growth and scaling across sectors.
- Delivers high-stakes projects: from ferries, tugs and landing craft to nuclear containment vessels and aerospace structures.
- Excels in industrial infrastructure: fabricating bridge girders, dam gates, power boilers and space-launch towers.
- Blends maritime heritage and industrial engineering in hybrid projects spanning ship repair to nuclear-energy infrastructure.
- A commitment to a safe and healthy work environment.
- Driving continuous improvement and innovative solutions.
- Delivering the highest standards in everything we do.
- Working together to achieve shared success.
- Acting with honesty and transparency.
- Taking ownership of results and actions.
2040 Target
Net Zero Emissions
The company has set a goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, demonstrating a commitment to reducing environmental impact in its operations and services.
- Committed to sustainability in operations and services.
- Focus on reducing environmental impact in shipbuilding and marine services.
- Promoting energy efficiency and reducing waste in all areas of operation.
- Development of clean energy technologies for the maritime industry.
- Vigor strives to maintain an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workforce.
- Emphasis on attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent.
- Gender parity in leadership roles across the company.
- Active programs to promote an inclusive and supportive work environment.
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