Sand Blaster/Shop Helper

Position Overview

JGM is seeking a reliable and hardworking entry level Sand Blaster / Shop Helper to join our structural steel fabrication team. This role’s primary responsibility is prepare and finish steel surfaces. You will operate abrasive blasting equipment to remove rust, scale, and old coatings, ensuring surfaces meet specifications You will also be tasked with additional support duties throughout the shop as needed. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in an industrial fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform sandblasting to clean and prepare structural steel using grit, shot, or sand.


• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of tools and equipment including routine checks and cleaning of blast pots, hoses, and nozzles.


• Inspect finished surfaces to ensure they meet required profiles (e.g., SSPC standards).

• Wear full PPE (blast suit, respirator) and maintain a clean workspace.


• Assist skilled tradespeople, including welders and fabricators


• Load, unload, and move steel materials, tools, and equipment


• Prepare and maintain work areas by cleaning and removing hazards


• Move heavy steel parts using forklifts or overhead cranes.


• Follow instructions from supervisors and work collaboratively with team members


• Adhere to all JGM safety policies and procedures at all times


• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members


• Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be comfortable performing sandblasting as a primary job function wearing applicable PPE including hood or respirator.


• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Previous experience working in a warehouse, shop, or industrial setting required; 1+ years in industrial sandblasting or metal finishing preferred.

• Knowledge of different blast media and pressure settings preferred


• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting heavy materials


• Willingness to learn and take on additional shop responsibilities


• Strong attention to safety and teamwork

• Forklift or Crane certification is a plus.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds safely


• Stand, walk, reach, bend, and use hands for extended periods


• Work in an industrial shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and vibration


• Required use of PPE, including respirators, gloves, eye protection, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear


• Ability to safely operate equipment and machinery when properly trained

JGM offers a competitive wage and benefits package:

• Participate in the company’s yearly performance bonus program


• Medical, Vision & Dental


• PTO & Holidays


• 401(k) + Matching


• Life Insurance


• Short/Long-Term Disability


• Employee Assistance Program


• Generous Referral Program


• Training and Further Education

This job description is subject to change based on the needs of the business and is not all-inclusive.

JGM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.