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KBR lists this TACOM (ANAD) Sandblaster / Painter (Contingency) opportunity in anniston, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
TACOM (ANAD) Sandblaster / Painter (Contingency)Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) sustains the Army's mission to develop, acquire, field, and sustain ground combat, tactical, and support systems throughout their lifecycle. The program focuses on ensuring operational readiness, reliability, and safety of automotive and ground support equipment critical to Army operations.Under this contract, personnel provide maintenance, repair, overhaul, and sustainment support in accordance with Army technical manuals, safety standards, and performance requirements.The Sandblaster / Painter performs surface preparation, abrasive blasting, and coating application on vehicles, equipment, and components. This role ensures surfaces are properly cleaned, prepared, and coated to meet durability, corrosion protection, and appearance standards. Responsibilities will include removing rust, old paint, scale, and contaminants from metal surfaces as well as applying primers and paint using spray equipment, brushes, or rollers.This position is contingent upon awardRoles and ResponsibilitiesOperates walnut, hull, sand, shot blast or other abrasive blasting equipment in booth to remove rust, scale, paint, corrosion and other foreign substances from combat and tactical vehicles, artillery, depot operating equipment and their disassembled parts, units, assemblies, and subassemblies.Sets up, prepares, operates, regulates and maintains complete stationary sandblasting equipment.Fills machines with correct abrasive and regulates controls to adjust flow of abrasive and air to obtain desired cutting speed.Must know cutting speeds of different types and grades of abrasives with various sizes and shapes of nozzles and amount of air pressure.Checks items to determine that they are properly prepared for cleaning.Masks glass and machined surfaces and openings to prevent damage during abrasive operation.Performs first echelon maintenance to equipment operated, such as replacing worn hoses, nozzles, valves, unstopping clogged mixing chambers, etc.Performs other duties as assigned.Basic QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED.Experience in operating walnut, hull, sand, shot blast or other abrasive blasting equipment.Must have the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.Must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance for access to Depot Production Computer System.Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (as required)U.S. citizenship requiredPreferred QualificationsPrevious experience supporting DoD, Army, or TACOM programsExperience painting tactical vehicles or military equipmentKnowledge of corrosion control and protective coating systemsCertification or training in industrial painting or coating applicationsFamiliarity with environmental and hazardous material handling requirementsPrior government contracting experienceAdditional InformationThis position will be a part of a physical work environment that requires standing, walking, and lifting. There is potential exposure to machinery, tools, fuels, oils, and outdoor conditions. Employees may also be required to work shifts, overtime, or weekend support based on mission needs.KBR BenefitsKBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Worksite address
anniston, AL, 36205, US
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