The entry level Thermal Spray Set-Up Technician (Surface Prep & Blast Operations) supports the thermal spray technicians by preparing parts for dimensional restoration. This position primarily prepares and configures the equipment and materials for the thermal spray process.  Technicians will apply masking to components for in-process operations, conduct a variety of surface preparations using the blasting process on turbine engine components, and use a variety of materials following the established procedures for both masking and grit blasting.  

Duties and Responsibilities 
1.     Follow established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
2.     Clean, mask and grit blast components with required surface preparation standards.
3.     Review router and operational sketches to identify the work to be performed.
4.     Grit blast all required areas to the appropriate surface finish, specified in the work instructions, in a booth while wearing appropriate safety gear and supplied air via a respirator. 
5.     Inspect work for completion and quality for oil, residue or oxidation to ensure proper adhesion during the thermal spray application process.
6.     Assist thermal spray operators by staging materials and components, checking parameters and preparing the part for spraying.
7.     Mask components as required to protect surfaces from subsequent operations.
8.     Follow written work instructions accurately including engineered sketches and drawings.
9.     Follow verbal instructions. Clearly understand all instructions before proceeding with work. Communicate frequently with fellow technicians regarding work instructions.
10.  General housekeeping such as sweeping, organizing, and general cleanup.