Job Description

New Flyer

is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader with various locations in North America. Offering the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior and Xcelsior CHARGE(TM) brands. It also offers infrastructure development through New Flyer Infrastructure Solutions(TM), a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Further information is available at www.newflyer.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

As an

Abrasive Blaster

on the

Corrosion Team

, you play a key role in ensuring the longevity and durability of New Flyer's buses. You will be responsible for

sandblasting, washing, and prepping,

the bus frame to meet strict quality and safety standards. This position requires precision, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to workplace safety while working with high-pressure air lines, confined spaces, and abrasive materials.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. A continuous learning environment. Ability to advance your career with a growing company. NFI Group was named a Manitoba Top Employer for 2020 and this is the tenth time since the competition was established in 2007. Employee social committee organizes numerous events throughout the year, including summer barbecues, holiday festivities, sporting events and tournaments, and much more. Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Surface Preparation:

Follow

blueprints and process sheets

to properly prepare bus frames for blasting and coating applications.

Abrasive Blasting & Cleaning:

Remove contaminants, rust, and old coatings using sandblasting techniques and

high-pressure air lines

to create a clean, uniform surface.

Coating Application Support:

Work closely with the

painting and finishing team

to ensure surfaces are prepped correctly for optimal adhesion and coating performance.

Equipment & Maintenance:

Operate and maintain blasting equipment, ensuring safe and efficient functionality while monitoring wear on abrasive materials.

Safety & Compliance:

Adhere to strict

workplace safety procedures

, especially when working at

heights, in confined spaces, and with high-pressure equipment

.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

Understanding of surface preparation and abrasive blasting techniques

--experience in industrial blasting, painting, or surface treatment is preferred.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, process sheets, and technical instructions

to ensure precision and quality.

Attention to detail

when assessing pre-blasted surfaces for defects and readiness for the next phase.

Physical stamina and safety awareness

--comfortable working in a physically demanding environment and following all

PPE, ventilation, and equipment safety protocols

.

Effective teamwork and independent work ability

--collaborate in a team-oriented environment while taking initiative to complete tasks with

minimal supervision

.

OUR WHY:

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable.

NFI Group

is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information are available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.arbocsv.com, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.carfaircomposites.com and www.nfi.parts.