Industrial Painter/Sandblaster

Kansas Paving / Kansas Ready Mix is a great place to grow! We are needing an experienced and responsible sandblaster / painter’s helper/assistant to join our team! We have built a strong foundation based on the principles of exceeding service and quality. We know that success is achieved by treating our customers, community and employees like they are part of the Kansas Paving / Kansas Ready mix family. If you are up to a rewarding challenge, we would love for you to take the first step and apply today! We are urgently hiring! Hiring immediately!

Kansas Paving is needing an experienced Sandblaster for our paint department to Sandblast our construction equipment. Everything from a small tractor to our largest pan scraper, must be experienced and have knowledge of what is needed to obtain the result we expect at this position. All work is outside so the right person must be able to withstand the elements.

**Pay varies upon experience.

Here’s what we are looking for:

· Highly dependable, ability to work in a fast-paced environment;

· Ability to take, understand and follow directions;

· Ability to work on your own;

· 1 -2 years of sandblasting / painting prep experience is required (must be mechanically inclined);

· Ability to work outside in all weather conditions;

· Heavy lifting could be required;

· Prior experience working with Heavy Equipment is highly desired;

· Being bilingual is a plus for this position;

· Physical Requirements: sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, bending (bending at the waist, lifting above the waist and lifting below the waist), kneeling, reaching, grasping (use of both hands), squatting, repetitive motions, manipulative finger movements with both hands, use of wrists (flexing or rotating with both wrists), use of both feet, use of arms above and below shoulder, work extended periods of time in same position, work in confined spaces, capable of wearing respiratory and other personal protective equipment.

Please submit your resume and come add to our amazing team and enhance our culture by adding your talents to it!

As a Sandblaster / Painter’s Assistant with Kansas Paving you must:

• Be extremely focused on attention to detail
• Be able to complete high quality work
• Perform job tasks professionally with minimal supervision
• Have professional experience in sandblasting and paint prep.

As a Sandblaster / Painter’s Helper your responsibilities may include the following:

• Prepare work areas.
• Prepare surfaces for the application of paint, varnish, or similar substances by sanding, torching, washing, etc.
• Apply paint, varnish, or similar materials to indoor and outdoor surfaces as directed by painter or supervisor
• Use power equipment such as sandblasters, spray equipment, compressors, and striping machines
• Properly dispose of waste materials

Benefit Package includes the following :

• Competitive Pay
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) with a company match (after waiting period)
• Paid Holidays (after 90 days)
• Paid Vacation
• Direct Deposit Payroll (after waiting period)
• Weekly Pay

Kansas Paving / Kansas Ready Mix, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Work Location: In person