Blast and Coatings Technician

Points Athabasca is a progressive, fast-growing Aboriginal owned general contracting company with an impressive portfolio of high-quality construction projects in industrial construction, skilled workforce supply, commercial construction, road building and maintenance and concrete products and sales. Since its inception in 1999, Points Athabasca has held true to its vision, proudly building capacity and regional prosperity. For Points Athabasca, projects are not just about wood, concrete and steel – the best projects are about the people involved. We believe in building beyond the project and our track record of success in partnering with local communities has made a lasting impact on the communities in which we work.

Responsibilities include:

• Follow all site safety rules, JSAs, and safe work procedures

• Complete all training assigned by PACL.

- Properly use all required PPE for sandblast, painting and on site operations.

• Participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings

• Follow all PACL procedures and practices.

• Perform daily preventative maintenance and inspections on required equipment.

• Set up and operate blasting equipment.

• Prepare steel and other substrates in accordance with SSPC / AMPP standards

• Verify substrate cleanliness and profile using appropriate gauges.

- Mix and apply coatings as per manufacturer’s data sheets.

- Perform quality assurance checks on coatings and record findings.

• Identify and correct application defects.

• Ensure all equipment is cleaned and stored properly.

• Work as a respectful and effective member of the team.

• Complete assigned tasks efficiently and on schedule

• Follow direction from the Field Supervisor or Foreman

• Maintain consistent production while meeting quality and safety standards

• Be a positive representative on PACL while travelling or on site.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

· Excellent communication, problem-solving, and documentation abilities.

· First Aid Certification.

· Willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel as needed.

· Sandblast and coatings experience preferred.

· NACE / AMPP certification are assets.

FIFO. This position is located at a remote mine site in Northern Saskatchewan. The shift is a 2-weeks on, 2-weeks off rotation, 11-hour workdays with overtime after 8 hours and on weekends.

The successful candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and complete the required training prior to going to site.

It is the responsibility of the candidate to get themselves to one of our fly-out points.

Our company offers an excellent group benefits plan and a savings plan with an employer matched contribution.

Please send a copy of your resume and credentials to [email protected]

Job Type: Temporary

Work Location: In person