ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

IMIA,LLC is the only national marine surface preparation painting contractor servicing every U.S. Port with a mobile full time workforce that ensures that a quality product is delivered on time every time. IMIA, LLC has the equipment, seasoned deckplate supervision and mechanics, as well as rigorous corporate safety and quality programs and financial strength to support our customer's preservation needs in a truly superior and comprehensive fashion. IMIA, LLC offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in: •Health •Dental •Vision •Life •LTD •Accident •Critical Illness •401k Employees and their household members are also eligible to participate in the company's Employee Assistance Program. Per Diem OR Dislocation Allowance may be provided to eligible employees to reimburse some or all of the cost an employee might be reasonably expected to incur for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses while traveling out of town for work.

EOE STATEMENT

IMIA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex, disability status, marital status, status as a covered veteran, genetics, or any other protected groups under state, federal or local Equal Opportunity Laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

JOB TITLE: Blast Foreman

REPORTS TO: Superintendent/Project Manager

*PAY RANGE: *$38.00 - $45.00/Hour DOE

Summary of position: Responsible for all Blast related operations for a designated job or jobs. Maintain a high quality of workmanship while supervising all blasters, deck hands and blast pot tenders. Work with other Foremen and shipyard employees to coordinate the job. Inspect all blasting equipment for proper working conditions. Perform repairs to equipment hoses and lines.

Essential Job Requirements: Perform both physical and organizational duties under leadership of Superintendents/Project Managers. Communicate effectively with inspectors and owner representatives and attend inspections of blast work. Organize, supervise, lead and train employees to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframe. Supervise blast crew in all essential job requirements. Inspect preparation of blasted surfaces and have blasters correct any area not up to standard. Set blasting equipment in place correctly and remove upon completion of blast operation. Submit crewmembers' timesheets into payroll by deadline. Often required to make decisions. All the above shall be performed in a safe and timely manner. May be required to perform additional duties as deemed necessary by the Superintendent/Project Manager. Required Education: Must read and write with understanding.

Required Experience: Formal or informal on the job training and 3 years experience in the Marine Industry.

Required Skills: Must be able to read and interpret documents such as job specifications, maintenance manuals, safety manuals, etc. Must be able to calculate and order grit, fuel supplies and other material for the blasting operation. Required to direct employees in a productive and professional manner.

Physical Requirements: Stamina required; frequently required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and crawl. Required to reach with hands and arms, use hands to feel, g