SANDBLASTER LEADER
What you'd do
This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S Coast Guard, Industrial Department, Services Group in Baltimore, MD.
Major duties
You will perform work that involves leading a blasting operation with a team of blasters that will require operating a portable blast pot, blast machine or cabinet type of abrasive blasting equipment inside blast bays and booths to process small, moderate size and large metal or nonmetal items. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Maintaining equipment in optimum operation as specified by preventive maintenance schedules and safety requirements. Operating requirements of rotary deck blast machines, tumble blast machines. Operating timers and switches or foot levers to control or regulate air pressure and the velocity of abrasives. Following specific sandblasting instructions, shop orders, blasting machine manuals, and established machine loading and cabinet maintenance procedures. Receiving assigned work orally or through work orders by Supervisor in charge. Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position.
What you need to qualify
Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than the length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope, and quality of all experience and training, regardless of where or how acquired. Applicants will be rated and ranked based on their knowledge of the following job elements: 1. Ability to Lead or Supervise (SCREENOUT) 2. Knowledge of equipment, assembly, installation, repair, etc. 3. Operation of sandblasting equipment 4. Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) 5. Use of measuring instruments 6. Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (other than blueprints) 7. Dexterity and safety National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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