Sandblaster and Painter

Job Title:
Sandblaster & Industrial Coatings Technician

Location: Pickens, SC
Company: Bridge Brothers

Bridge Brothers designs, engineers, fabricates, and constructs custom steel bridges across the country. Our fabrication shop supports projects from raw material to finished steel components.

We are looking for a dependable, safety-focused team member to support our coatings department, with a primary focus on sandblasting and surface preparation.

Bridge Brothers is seeking a Sandblaster & Painter
to prepare structural steel components for protective coatings and assist with industrial painting as needed.

This role is heavily focused on sandblasting and surface preparation
, which is critical to coating performance and long‑term durability of bridge structures. The role will also support basic industrial painting tasks including coating application and material prep.

This is a hands‑on position ideal for candidates with blasting, manufacturing, shipyard, or heavy industrial experience.

• Perform abrasive blasting to clean and prepare structural steel components
• Load, position, and stage steel components for blasting
• Inspect surfaces to ensure proper cleanliness and preparation standards
• Maintain blasting equipment and ensure safe operation
• Monitor blasting media levels and equipment performance
• Assist with mixing and applying industrial coatings such as epoxy, zinc, and protective finishes
• Support spray, roller, or brush coating application as needed
• Help mask and prep materials prior to painting
• Inspect coated surfaces for coverage and consistency
• Follow coating manufacturer guidelines, project specifications, and safety procedures
• Safely handle blasting media, paints, solvents, and chemicals
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Assist other shop departments as needed

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience with sandblasting, surface prep, or heavy industrial cleaning preferred
• Industrial painting or coatings experience is a plus but not required
• Comfortable working in fabrication, construction, or industrial environments
• Ability to follow safety procedures and production instructions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed
• Strong reliability and attention to detail
• Team‑oriented mindset
• Forklift or overhead crane experience is a plus but not required.

Industrial blasting and coatings environment

Frequent standing, bending, climbing, and lifting

Exposure to blasting dust, paint fumes, and industrial equipment

PPE required and provided

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. EST (occasional weekends as needed)

Employment Type: Full‑time, Non‑exempt

Benefits: Eligible after 60 days (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and paid holidays)