TACOM (ANAD) Sandblaster Painter (Contingency)

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Program Summary

The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) sustains the Armys 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.

Job Summary

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 award

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operates 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 Qualifications

• High 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 required

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting DoD Army or TACOM programs

• Experience painting tactical vehicles or military equipment

• Knowledge of corrosion control and protective coating systems

• Certification or training in industrial painting or coating applications

• Familiarity with environmental and hazardous material handling requirements

• Prior government contracting experience

Additional Information

This 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 Benefits

KBR 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.

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