**Description:** We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Sandblaster to join our team. This role is responsible for preparing surfaces by using a high-pressure stream of abrasive materials such as sand or grit. The sandblasting process removes contaminants like dirt, paint, and rust, ensuring surfaces are clean and ready for subsequent treatments such as painting or coating. **Key Responsibilities:** + Operate and maintain sandblasting equipment safely and efficiently. + Prepare surfaces by cleaning and masking areas not to be treated. + Inspect completed work to ensure quality and accuracy. + Follow all safety protocols and operational procedures. + Perform routine maintenance on sandblasting tools and equipment. + Assist with general labor tasks and material handling as needed. **Work Environment:** This is not a typical production environment. The role requires working with urgency and precision to meet production demands. Candidates must be able to manually lift and move parts weighing 45+ lbs, either independently or with a partner. Efficiency, safety, and adaptability are key to success in this fast-paced setting. **Qualifications:** + 2+ years of sandblasting experience preferred. + 1+ year of general labor experience. + Familiarity with basic hand and power tools. + Willingness to learn and a positive attitude are essential—90% of success in this role is based on trainability and mindset. **Skills:** + Sandblasting + General labor + Material handling + Powder coating + Painting and paint prep + Construction + Use of hand and power tools + Spray gun operation **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Escalon,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.