Crew leader

Turner Specialty Services is looking for Crew Leaders / Operators for Hydroblasting to join our specialty services team in the Lake Charles, LA area.

The Hydroblaster position involves directing blasts of abrasive-laden compressed air or water from a nozzle against metal or hard composite objects to remove adhering scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust, and dirt, and to impart an even finish.

As the Crew Leader / Operator you will have the responsibility to lead crews to perform removal of scales, liquid and solid materials which may be either non-hazardous or hazardous.

All activities will be performed per our standard operating procedures (SOP's).

Functional Requirements :

• Wears gloves and a helmet or hood to protect against breathing sand-laden air and to prevent injury to eyes and hands
• May mask areas not being sandblasted
• May order materials as needed
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction

Qualification Standards for Crew Leader / Operators :

• High school or equivalent
• Minimum three (3) years of experience required
• Basic knowledge of hydro blasting equipment and the hazards associated with
• May require NCCER certifications at some jobsites
• Written pre-employment qualification test
• Post-offer drug / alcohol screen and physical evaluation
• Hazard Communication orientation / test
• Turner Industries Group, LLC Indoctrination
• OSHA approved corrective eye wear (Z87)
• Job site orientation
• Job site safety requirements as required by the client (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.)
• Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.)
• Applicant / employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

Physical Involvement :

May be required to do the following : climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.

• reaching in all directions; handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment;
• lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and / or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing / sitting;
• walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching / squatting; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction;

wearing respirator and other PPE; stepstool use; work in excessive heat; work in excessive cold; work in loud environment

Mental Involvement :

• May be required to do the following : follow set procedures and standards; follow oral / or written directions; knowledge of federal, state and company standards and regulations;
• ability to read and write; ability to recognize and report safety hazards etc.; interpret written plans and blueprints; applying basic mathematical skills;
• planning work and selecting proper tools; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects;
• picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawing or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; ability to communicate with others effectively;
• ability to work in a team and get along with others; ability to learn new tasks; remember processes, maintain focus, and complete tasks;

ability to remain calm under pressure; manage time and expectations across multiple projects; ensure that work is done in a consistent manner and in compliance with directions

Work Environment Factors :

• Location : industrial maintenance and construction sites and / or manufacturing facilities
• Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site : uneven ground level; obstructed pathways; work performed at low and / or high elevations;

work performed in confined areas

Climatic / Environmental Conditions at Job Site : predominantly outdoor climate; may be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc.

various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.; potential exposure to chemical substances

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and / or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

SPECIAL WARNING : PLEASE BE AWARE THAT YOU WILL NOT HAVE TO PAY FOR THIS DRUG / ALCOHOL TEST. PLEASE DO NOT SEND MONEY OR ANYTHING OF VALUE TO PERSONS WHO STATE THAT YOU HAVE TO PAY ANY AMOUNT OF MONEY OR GET A DEBIT / CASH CARD FOR PURPOSES OF THE DRUG / ALCOHOL TEST.

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Last updated : 2024-03-02