Entry Level Cylinder Blasting Technician

Cylinder Blasting TechnicianAre you looking for an entry level role with real career growth opportunities? Learn highly in-demand skills while earning competitive pay and excellent benefits with a daytime schedule. Experience a more rewarding career with a leader whose premium welding supplies and services are in demand regardless of the state of the economy.Make your mark with a company that values you, invests in your future, and is constantly growing.A-OX Welding Supply, a leading supplier of full-range industrial, medical and specialty gases, is seeking a Cylinder Blasting Technician to join their team in Sioux Falls, SD.This is a safety-sensitive position. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test conducted in accordance with A-OX's written drug-free workplace policy and applicable law. The test includes marijuana (cannabis), and a positive result will disqualify an applicant from employment.If you have experience working in a plant environment, A-OX wants to hear from you! Experience in a fill plant is preferred but not required. A-OX is happy to train you!Why you should join the A-OX team:Competitive pay: $18-$22/hrUnbeatable benefits package including medical, dental, paid time off, 401k, and more!Weekday Schedule: General work hours are 8am-5pm Monday-Friday, may be as early as 6am depending on position. Guaranteed 40 hour work weeks, overtime may be offeredGain knowledge of a large, stable and recession-resistant industry! You will learn the ins and outs of the world of industrial gases. Our gases will always be needed and in high demand. This is valuable knowledge that will help you to grow your skillset and enhance your career!Opportunities for advancement: A-OX is always looking for key players to professionally develop and move into higher level roles.Experience the best of both worlds working for a local business with large-company backing!Job Summary: Performs a variety of duties related to preparing, inspecting, loading, unloading, abrasive blasting, and staging compressed gas cylinders for downstream operations. This is a safety-sensitive position. The performance of this position directly affects the employee's safety and the safety of others because the employee is responsible for safely handling heavy compressed gas cylinders and operating abrasive blasting equipment.Minimum qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not requiredTraining will be provided; at least one year of experience in a cylinder fill plant, production facility, or similar industrial environment is preferredAbility to read and understand Safety Data SheetsSolid math skills; add, subtract, multiply, divide, and compute ratios and percentagesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamEssential duties/responsibilities:Inspect cylinders before blastingSafely load, unload, and move cylindersBlast cylinders to remove surface contaminantsInspect and stage completed cylindersInspect equipment and maintain a safe work areaAssist with warehouse duties as neededAbout the Company: Since the 1950's, A-OX has been one of the largest, most complete distributors of industrial gas and welding supply in the upper Midwest. Today, A-OX Welding Supply comprises 8 locations in South Dakota, North Dakota, and Iowa with a headquarters and central warehouse in Sioux Falls, SD. We have our own fleet of bulk tankers and delivery trucks that service customers across a 5-state region including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska.A-OX Welding Supply is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.