Are you a hands-on professional ready to take the first critical step in the manufacturing process? Do you take pride in transforming raw materials into a perfect canvas for high-performance coatings?

Are you a safety-conscious individual who thrives in a physical, industrial environment? Do you have the focus required to meet exacting surface preparation standards? Are you looking to join a team where your hard work directly contributes to the durability of large-scale infrastructure?

If so, our team at CANELEC Manufacturing and Development Inc., a proud division of Smith and Long, is looking for you to join us as our new Sand Blaster.

We're seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Sand Blaster to join our production facility in North Bay. In this role, you will be the foundation of our finishing department, ensuring all structural enclosures are professionally cleaned and profiled for coating. If you are a hardworking individual who values precision and safety, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Your commitment to quality preparation ensures that our protective coatings bond perfectly, protecting our products from the elements for decades to come.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Recognized as a 2025 winner of Canada's Best Managed Companies program — sponsored by Deloitte Private, CIBC, EDC, The Globe and Mail, and TMX Group — Smith and Long is the fastest-growing, large-scale, multi-trade company in the Canadian Market. Canelec Manufacturing and Development Inc., our specialized division, is at the forefront of delivering high-quality fabricated solutions.

Here at Smith and Long and CANELEC, we're not just about trades - we're about making a difference. As a leading player in the Construction and Engineering industry, we're dedicated to being GAME-CHANGERs, which includes changing the way our industry works with new people, ideas, and innovations.

Note: This position is a completely on-site role based out of our facility in North Bay, ON. This is a key plant-level position with the opportunity for growth within our shop operations.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Surface Preparation: Operate industrial sandblasting and abrasive blasting equipment to remove rust, scale, and contaminants from structural assemblies.
• Anchor Profile Management: Ensure metal surfaces achieve the correct "profile" or roughness required for specific paint and coating adhesion.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform daily checks and maintenance on blast pots, nozzles, hoses, and abrasive recovery systems.
• Safe Material Handling: Safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move heavy structural enclosures into the blast booth and onward to the paint station.
• Quality Inspection: Visually inspect finished surfaces to ensure they meet SSPC (Society for Protective Coatings) or customer standards.
• Housekeeping & Safety: Maintain a clean work area, manage abrasive media disposal, and ensure all blast-specific PPE (helmets, respirators) is in top condition.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Industrial Experience: Previous experience with abrasive blasting or in a heavy manufacturing/fabrication environment.
• Technical Aptitude: Comfort working with high-pressure pneumatic equipment and various blast media (sand, grit, or steel shot).
• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physically demanding work in a blast booth environment while wearing full protective gear.
• Certifications: Valid Forklift and Overhead Crane certification is a significant asset.
• Work Ethic: Reliable, punctual, and committed to a "Safety First" culture every single day.

Salary: $ $30.00 per hour, commensurate with the candidate's experience and skill level.

Note: This is a vacant role available for an immediate start.

Our Human Touch: At Smith and Long, we believe great talent deserves a real look. We don't use AI bots to screen your resume—our actual team reviews every application to find the best human for the job.

We thank you for taking the time to apply; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please no Phone Calls.

Smith and Long is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the accessibility requirements under the AODA. Accommodations are available on request during the recruitment process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• North Bay, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• sand blasting: 2 years (required)

Location:

• North Bay, ON (required)

Work Location: In person