Vigor Values

• Care and identification of serviceable coatings and thinners

• Safe work habits

• Housekeeping

• Manage a daily budget of hours vs. daily output

• Flag any production issues that may impact the schedule

• Applies coatings to complex structures with minimal to no quality problems

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions, regarding daily functions, safety rules and regulations, and possible hazardous conditions.

• Ability to give instruction to others assigned to assist on projects.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must understand good sandblasting/painting practice

• Must have working knowledge of different blast media and purpose

• Working knowledge of blast nozzle sizes, styles and purpose

• Working knowledge of all level of surface preparation SPI-1

• Working knowledge of determining blast profile using Testex Tape

• Understand ricochet, dust collection, and airflow

• Working knowledge of post blast conditions such as rust bloom

• Knowledge of blast signals to communicate with blast pot tender

• Knowledge of basic operation of wheel blast machines

• Knowledge of blast pot tending requirements

• Demonstrates ability to blast 65 sqft to SP-10 in 1 hour

• Ability to determine PSI requirements and settings

• Ability to determine blast media suitability for use

• Ability to perform a blotter test in accordance with ASTM 4285

• Know SSPC written definitions of blast standards 5, 6, 7, 10

• Working knowledge of manufactures P.D.S.

• Ability to mix coatings

• Working knowledge of between coat preparation

• Working knowledge of surface preparation standards SP1-SP10

• An ability to function in a safe manner and in accordance with company and industry standards

• Able to identify and repair unsafe conditions

• Ability to set-up/teardown, and clean paint application equipment

• Ability to calculate required WFT needed in order to achieve desired DFT

• Knowledge of what the number on an airless tip signify

• Knowledge to identify a distorted spray fan/pattern and ways to correct

• Knowledge of what the number on an airless tip signify

• Identify a distorted spray fan/pattern and ways to correct

• Demonstrates ability to coat 100 sqft with 2% or less rework in 20 minutes with no holidays

• Test and document environmental conditions and reference acceptance criteria

• Conduct Dry Film Thickness measurements according to SSPC PA-2

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

3 years’ experience in industrial sandblasting/painting, or a demonstrated skill set allowing individual to blast/paint to specifications with minimal oversight.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Must demonstrate the ability to obtain the following certifications within two years of hire:

o C-12

o C-7

o OSHA 10

o Aerial / Boom lift

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift, carry 60LBs, or maneuver objects, difficult objects will be lifted with the assistance of mechanical means or additional manpower.

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip, and climb.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

May be exposed to excessive noise, paint gases and fumes, and varying weather conditions. May work in confined spaces or at height. Proper protective equipment will be provided as necessary.

This position may require occasional travel within the greater metropolitan area. Unless approved by the General Manager in advance, mileage accrued within this expected work areas will not be eligible for reimbursement but will be in alignment with Vigor’s reimbursement policy.

Must have the ability to perform the essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others.

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.