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. 

• 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. 

• 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 

As of the post date, the salary range for this position is:

27.35 USD - 27.95 USD

The rate for this position is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

You may be eligible to participate in the Attendance (PTO) Incentive as well as a Safety and Quality Performance Incentive Plan, the details of which may be provided to the applicant upon hire.