Blaster Helper

Marine Blaster / Blaster Helper (Experienced) – U.S. Navy Contract

Industry: Ship Repair / Corrosion Mitigation

Aerotek Enterprises is seeking experienced Marine Blasters and Skilled Blaster Helpers to support ongoing U.S. Navy corrosion mitigation and ship preservation projects in Hawaii. This work supports high‑priority Navy initiatives focused on fleet sustainment and readiness.

This position is intended for candidates with prior marine, shipyard, or industrial blasting experience who can work efficiently in active Navy environments.

• Perform abrasive blasting on shipboard steel and structural surfaces
• Prepare surfaces through sanding, grinding, chipping, and cleaning
• Set up, operate, and maintain blasting equipment and containment
• Assist with masking, environmental controls, and jobsite cleanup
• Work aboard active Navy vessels, piers, dry docks, and industrial marine spaces
• Follow strict NAVSEA safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Support corrosion mitigation and preservation scopes on schedule

• ✅ Prior marine, shipyard, or industrial blasting experience
• ✅ Familiarity with corrosion control and surface preparation standards
• ✅ Experience using blasting equipment, hand tools, and power tools
• ✅ Comfortable working in confined spaces, aboard ships, and at heights
• ✅ Strong safety awareness and PPE compliance
• ✅ Must be eligible for DBIDS (U.S. Navy base access)
• ✅ Reliable, motivated, and able to work in a high‑tempo shipyard environment

• Future work on a high‑priority U.S. Navy contract
• Long‑term project running through the end of the fiscal year
• Opportunity to work with an established Navy contractor
• Consistent shipyard work supporting fleet readiness

? Reply ASAP to begin the DBIDS process

⚠️ DBIDS approval is extensive — early response is critical

This is a Permanent position based out of Honolulu, HI.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Honolulu, HI.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.

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 meet 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.