Grit Blasting Foreman

Groome Industrial Services is a leader in industrial cleaning and maintenance, mechanical and specialty services. We are a client-centric organization with employees committed to safety, integrity, and accountability. Groome serves a diverse client base, including power, food and beverage, refining, utilities, chemical, manufacturing, pulp and paper, municipal, upstream, and downstream. We offer an excellent safety program, career development plans, commitment to customer service, and deep industry expertise.

Groome is committed to safety, people, service, and performance. We are committed to creating a culture where Groome is the employer of choice by empowering our employees to succeed.

About the Position

The Grit Blasting Foreman is responsible for overseeing the grit blasting operations at construction sites, manufacturing facilities, or maintenance projects. This position involves supervising a team of grit blasting operators, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the timely completion of tasks. The foreman will be hands-on in leading the team, providing training, and ensuring high-quality surface preparation for coating applications or other industrial purposes.

Why work for Groome?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority 24/7/365!!
• Competitive wages - the salary range for this position is $30-$35 per hour, based on experience.
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 60 days of full-time employment.
• 401(k) after the eligibility period with company matching component.
• Opportunities for growth and development in your career.
• Positive and safe work environments.

Qualifications

• 5 years of hands-on experience in grit blasting, sandblasting, or surface preparation.
• 2-3 years of prior supervisory or foreman experience, managing a team, schedules, and ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Additional certifications or training in blasting or surface preparation (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of grit blasting techniques, abrasives, equipment, and surface preparation standards (SSPC, NACE, ISO).
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot grit blasting equipment.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities to manage teams effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address issues and optimize blasting operations.
• Organizational skills for efficient scheduling and task management.
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Possession of a TWIC card is a plus (not required).
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions, read, write, and have basic math skills.

Requirements:

• Must be able to travel 100%.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends, if required.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have acceptable ID, pass a background check, drug screen, and physical.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs on occasion.
• Ability to reach above shoulder height and below the waist frequently.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, or bend on occasion.
• Ability to move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects frequently.
• Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.