Blast Operator

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.  Key Job Activities: 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 orderCleans cars as required before and after blasting Communicate with supervisors as neededKeeps 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.   Education and/or Experience Required (including certifications)Ability to read and interpret documents such as IO instructions, FM instructions, and work ordersHigh 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 resultsKnowledge of railcar repairs Effective communication skills Basic computer knowledge Able to follow verbal and written instructions Key Competencies (non-technical behavioral skills, i.e. presentation, negotiation, customer service skills), in priority order: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 surfaceMust 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