Industrial Blaster / Painter
Thompson Metal Fab - Vancouver, WA
Posted: 8/19/2025 - Expires: 11/17/2025
Job ID: 292356739
Job Description
The Pacific Northwest's premier steel fabricator, Thompson Metal Fab, Inc., is in immediate need of skilled and experienced industrial painter and blaster. Serving the Civil, Hydro, Oil & Gas, and custom fabrication industries. With 85 years in the industry, we have a reputation of producing some of the highest quality fabrications on the West Coast.
Thompson Metal Fab, Inc. is a union shop that offers outstanding benefits for employees and their dependents. Our Local 10 contract includes, but is not limited to: Paid Holidays PTO, Union Pension Plan, Dental, Vision, and excellent Health Care. We offer two shifts: Day shift 6:30AM-3:00PM Mon-Fri and Swing shift 3:00PM-1:30AM Mon-Thur.
Thompson Metal Fab, Inc is a Veteran-owned, privately held company that is signatory to IUPAT Local #10 . Each employee is non-seniority based and valued for their hard work and dedication to the trade and treated with the utmost respect and dignity. Competitive wages start ranging between $28.92 and $30.77, with opportunity for advancement. All levels of experience will be considered for highly motivated individuals that take pride in their work ethic.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
**All employees must pass a pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical. **
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs work as requested in a correct and timely manner.
Understands and performs good painting practices and displays a proficient ability
of painting and sandblasting.
Develops the ability of job set up with minimal supervision.
Notifies job supervisor of damages, breakdowns, accidents, and safety issues.
Maintains all equipment issued, including but not limited to: hardhat, safety
glasses, respirator, and coveralls.
Repairs and performs preventative maintenance on equipment.
Regular and acceptable attendance and punctuality.
Foster a positive and opportunistic environment for project work team members
Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with clients, agencies, and co-workers to promote a quality service image.
Ensures required paperwork is complete thoroughly and accurately.
Plan, lead and organize a job to meet company objective.
Responsible for reporting all injuries to him/herself or others immediately without delay, following an accident.
Conduct weekly safety meetings and hazardous waste orientation meetings.
Maintains good communication with customers and crew.
Thoroughly understand how all equipment works.
Preforms other duties as may be assigned.
[REQUIRED] BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
The ability to speak read and understand English is required.
Good customers service skills.
Ability to read, and understand, fabrication drawings for paint requirements and holdbacks
Ability to monitor all environmental requirements as well as the ability to perform all inspection requirements.
Good knowledge and understanding of Thompson Metal Fab safety policies and procedures.
Physical fitness sufficient to satisfactorily perform daily job duties and heavy lifting assignments.
High degree of attention and care required, to prevent injury to self and others when operating equipment.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum three years industrial painting experience required.
Knowledge and experience in labor and painter responsibilities.
Knowledge and experience in industrial painting and sandblasting techniques.
Possession of a valid driver's license by the state.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to stand for extended periods - 8 hours minimum
Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.) unassisted
Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand over hand
Ability to work at elevated heights
Ability to work in extreme environments - exposure to heat and cold, similar to being outdoors
Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
NOTICE: EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact us at ... or ....
DRUG POLICY. As a federal Contractor, and by Collective Bargaining Agreement, Thompson Metal Fab prohibits use, being under the influence of, or possession of marijuana and other controlled substances.
SAFETY. Thompson Metal Fab is committed to ensuring a safe workplace for every employee. All successful applicants will be required to follow our Ear, Eye, Safety Toe Shoes, and Hardhat protection requirements in shop areas.
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SALARY: $28.92 to $30.77 /hour with shift differential
Job Summary
Company Details
Company
Thompson Metal Fab
Industry
Welding and Soldering Equipment Manufacturing
Job Information
Location
Vancouver, WA
Website
Job Type
Full Time Employee
Job Position
1 Position(s) Open
Salary/Wage
$30.77 - $34.02 /hour
Duration
Over 150 Days
Additional Information
Testing Required
Drug testing/screening
Federal Contractor
No
Affirmative Action Plan
No
Thompson Metal Fab - Vancouver, WA
Posted: 8/19/2025 - Expires: 11/17/2025
Job ID: 292356739
Job Description
The Pacific Northwest's premier steel fabricator, Thompson Metal Fab, Inc., is in immediate need of skilled and experienced industrial painter and blaster. Serving the Civil, Hydro, Oil & Gas, and custom fabrication industries. With 85 years in the industry, we have a reputation of producing some of the highest quality fabrications on the West Coast.
Thompson Metal Fab, Inc. is a union shop that offers outstanding benefits for employees and their dependents. Our Local 10 contract includes, but is not limited to: Paid Holidays PTO, Union Pension Plan, Dental, Vision, and excellent Health Care. We offer two shifts: Day shift 6:30AM-3:00PM Mon-Fri and Swing shift 3:00PM-1:30AM Mon-Thur.
Thompson Metal Fab, Inc is a Veteran-owned, privately held company that is signatory to IUPAT Local #10 . Each employee is non-seniority based and valued for their hard work and dedication to the trade and treated with the utmost respect and dignity. Competitive wages start ranging between $28.92 and $30.77, with opportunity for advancement. All levels of experience will be considered for highly motivated individuals that take pride in their work ethic.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
**All employees must pass a pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical. **
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs work as requested in a correct and timely manner.
Understands and performs good painting practices and displays a proficient ability
of painting and sandblasting.
Develops the ability of job set up with minimal supervision.
Notifies job supervisor of damages, breakdowns, accidents, and safety issues.
Maintains all equipment issued, including but not limited to: hardhat, safety
glasses, respirator, and coveralls.
Repairs and performs preventative maintenance on equipment.
Regular and acceptable attendance and punctuality.
Foster a positive and opportunistic environment for project work team members
Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with clients, agencies, and co-workers to promote a quality service image.
Ensures required paperwork is complete thoroughly and accurately.
Plan, lead and organize a job to meet company objective.
Responsible for reporting all injuries to him/herself or others immediately without delay, following an accident.
Conduct weekly safety meetings and hazardous waste orientation meetings.
Maintains good communication with customers and crew.
Thoroughly understand how all equipment works.
Preforms other duties as may be assigned.
[REQUIRED] BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
The ability to speak read and understand English is required.
Good customers service skills.
Ability to read, and understand, fabrication drawings for paint requirements and holdbacks
Ability to monitor all environmental requirements as well as the ability to perform all inspection requirements.
Good knowledge and understanding of Thompson Metal Fab safety policies and procedures.
Physical fitness sufficient to satisfactorily perform daily job duties and heavy lifting assignments.
High degree of attention and care required, to prevent injury to self and others when operating equipment.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum three years industrial painting experience required.
Knowledge and experience in labor and painter responsibilities.
Knowledge and experience in industrial painting and sandblasting techniques.
Possession of a valid driver's license by the state.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to stand for extended periods - 8 hours minimum
Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.) unassisted
Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand over hand
Ability to work at elevated heights
Ability to work in extreme environments - exposure to heat and cold, similar to being outdoors
Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
NOTICE: EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact us at ... or ....
DRUG POLICY. As a federal Contractor, and by Collective Bargaining Agreement, Thompson Metal Fab prohibits use, being under the influence of, or possession of marijuana and other controlled substances.
SAFETY. Thompson Metal Fab is committed to ensuring a safe workplace for every employee. All successful applicants will be required to follow our Ear, Eye, Safety Toe Shoes, and Hardhat protection requirements in shop areas.
Know Your Rights Poster
Pay Transparency Poster
E-Verify Poster
SALARY: $28.92 to $30.77 /hour with shift differential
Job Summary
Company Details
Company
Thompson Metal Fab
Industry
Welding and Soldering Equipment Manufacturing
Job Information
Location
Vancouver, WA
Website
Job Type
Full Time Employee
Job Position
1 Position(s) Open
Salary/Wage
$30.77 - $34.02 /hour
Duration
Over 150 Days
Additional Information
Testing Required
Drug testing/screening
Federal Contractor
No
Affirmative Action Plan
No
Job ID: 490388747
Originally Posted on: 8/22/2025
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