Grit Blasting Foreman
Groome Industrial Service Group, a nationwide leader focused on the future, provides specialty maintenance services nationwide for several industries including natural gas-fired power generation, coal-fired power generation, refinery, shipping, manufacturing, aviation, and municipal. Our unique turnkey services help reduce harmful emissions, improve plant performance, and extend the life of valuable industrial equipment and infrastructure. We are a people-centric organization with employees committed to safety, integrity, and accountability.
About the Position
Groome Industrial Service Group is seeking a Grit Blasting Foreman to oversee the grit blasting operations at construction sites, manufacturing facilities, or maintenance projects. This position involves supervising a team of grit blasting operators, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the timely completion of tasks. The foreman will be hands-on in leading the team, providing training, and ensuring high-quality surface preparation for coating applications or other industrial purposes.
Why work for Groome Industrial Service Group?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority 24/7/365!!
- Competitive wages - the salary range for this position is $30-$35 per hour, based on experience.
- Paid time off, comprehensive health benefits coverage after 60 days of full-time employment.
- 401(k) after the eligibility period with company matching component.
- Opportunities for growth and development in your career.
- Positive and safe work environments.
Key Responsbilities
- This is a 100% travel job; travel is provided in company vehicles
- Strong knowledge of grit blasting techniques, abrasives, equipment, and surface preparation standards (SSPC, NACE, ISO).
- Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot grit blasting equipment.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities to manage teams effectively.
- Strong problem-solving skills to address issues and optimize blasting operations.
- Organizational skills for efficient scheduling and task management.
- Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
What does it take to work for Groome Industrial Service Group?
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in grit blasting, sandblasting, or surface preparation.
- 2-3 years of prior supervisory or foreman experience, managing a team, schedules, and ensuring safety and quality standards.
- Additional certifications or training in blasting or surface preparation (preferred).
- Possession of a TWIC card is a plus (not required).
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
- Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions, read, write, and have basic math skills.
- Must be able to work overtime and weekends, if required.
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Must have acceptable ID, pass a background check, drug screen, and physical.
- Ability to lift, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs on occasion.
- Ability to reach above shoulder height and below the waist frequently.
- Ability to stoop, kneel, or bend on occasion.
- Ability to move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
- Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects frequently.
- Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
For additional information about our company, visit us at www.groomeindustrial.com.
Groome Industrial Service Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. E.O.E./M/F/Disability/Veteran
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