Painter/Sandblaster at Lock and Dam 5

Painter/Sandblaster at Lock and Dam 5

Abhe & Svoboda, Inc.

$25.00 base + $12.45 fringe

United States, Minnesota, Minnesota City

Jun 14, 2025

Job Description

Painter/Sandblaster

Physical Location: Lock & Dam 5, 12554 Highway 61, Minnesota City, MN 55959-9756

Department: Construction

Job Requirements:

Minimum Experience: 1 Year Industrial Painting Experience

Ability to pass drug test

Ability to pass Workwell test and meet minimum lifting requirements

Must possess a current driver's license with acceptable driving record

Be familiar with or have the ability to follow US Army Corps of Engineers EM 385-1-1 and OSHA Safety Regulations

Job Description: Painter/Sandblaster opportunity located at a US Army Corps of Engineers managed dam facility

Job Duties / Responsibilities: completion of the following work items as consistent with industry practices:

Abrasive blasting operations

Paint preparation work

Application of USACE Vinyl and Industrial Coatings via Spray Application, Brush Application, & Roller Application

Abrasive / debris recovery operations

Mobilizing, setting up for abrasive blasting, painting and recovery operations

Prepping the gates for painting operations, including, but not limited to, protection or removal of components not to be painted

Installation, maintenance and removal of containment structure

Installation, maintenance and removal of ambient condition control components and equipment

Installation of scaffolding to be used for painting operations / containment / ambient condition control

Personnel performing duties to support surface preparation, painting and debris removal operations

The operation and maintenance of all equipment used for surface preparation, painting, debris removal and support operations.

As a leading full service, Public Works & Specialized Projects General Contractor we recognize that it takes a group of highly talented and motivated individuals, working together to achieve outstanding results through technical quality and tremendous service.

Summary of Position: Painter/Sandblaster for a Dam gate refurbishment project performed seasonally between April 1st to November 30th in 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027

Qualifications:

Must be able to work in team environment

Has proficiency or will develop proficiency in Construction Safety including but not limited to OSHA 1926 & 1910 and EM 385 1-1.

Has the ability to adapt to changes quickly

Strong communication skills

Ability and willingness to travel

Experience spraying conventional and airless

Abrasive Blasting Experience

Experience using fall protection

AMPP/SSPC Certifications are a plus, i.e., C7, C12, C14, CAS

Ability to obtain badging for access to military installations a plus, although not required

Flexibility in working hours, and ability and willingness to work extended hours

Able to work at heights

Compensation:

Hourly Rate and Fringe Based on Prevailing/Davis-Bacon Wage Rates ($25.00 base + $12.45 fringe)

Health Benefits

Prevailing Wage Pension Plan

Full Time

40 to 60 Hours per Week

Applications and resumes must meet the minimum experience requirements and must include at least three employer references.

We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Veterans and service members are encouraged to apply.