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🚨 Join our August Skilled Trade Hiring Event- August 11-13

We’re actively hiring Blasters for our growing Equipment & Assembly Plant in Pittsburgh.

Qualified candidates selected to move forward will be invited to participate in our hiring process, which includes:

A pre-employment skills assessmentAn in-person interview with our hiring teamA hands-on team exerciseAn opportunity to learn more about Calgon Carbon and our career opportunities

📅 Interview Dates: August 11–13, 2026
📝 Apply by: Monday, July 27, 2026 to be considered for this interview event

Applicants whose qualifications best match our current openings will receive instructions on next steps, including the pre-employment assessment and interview scheduling.

Blasters

📍Location: Equipment & Assembly Facility – Pittsburgh, PA

Calgon Carbon is growing—and so can your career. Join a global leader in environmental solutions where the work you do helps improve air and water quality around the world.

💼 Why This Role Matters

This role supports the assembly, testing, reconditioning, and movement of equipment used in environmental protection systems. It’s a hands-on opportunity for someone looking to build skills in a manufacturing and industrial setting.

🔧 What You’ll Be Doing

Perform abrasive blasting on small tanks and piping systems to meet SSPC surface cleanliness and profile requirementsPrepare equipment and surfaces for painting and coating through cleaning, solvent wiping, taping, and maskingMix and apply paints and linings in accordance with manufacturer specifications and application requirements Inspect surface preparation and coating applications for quality, compliance, and defects, making repairs as neededDocument inspection results, monitor ambient conditions, and verify coating thickness and surface profiles using required gauges and toolsOperate forklifts and assist with blasting, painting, and other production-related tasks as requiredMaintain compliance with company safety procedures, policies, and quality standards

This role includes varied, active work—no two days look the same.

✅ What We’re Looking For

1+ years of general labor experienceHigh school diploma or GED preferredSand blasting preferredAbility to read basic instructions and drawingsComfortable working in a manufacturing or shop environmentWillingness to learn and follow safety proceduresReliable attendance and teamwork mindset

🕒 Schedule

Monday–Friday: Day and afternoon shift rotation (details reviewed during interview)Overtime opportunities based on business needs

💰 Pay & Benefits

Starting at $24.38/hour with a structured wage progression program that provides opportunities for scheduled pay increases.Shift Differential: Additional $3.00 per hour for qualifying shiftsRetention Bonus: $500 after successfully completing 9 months of employment Excellent benefits starting Day 1, including:Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage401(k) with generous company matchPaid time off (vacation starting at 3 weeks)Tuition reimbursement and learning opportunitiesWellness programs and employee events

🌎 About Calgon Carbon

With more than 80 years of innovation and 200+ patents, Calgon Carbon designs and manufactures activated carbon solutions used worldwide for environmental protection. Our Equipment & Assembly facility plays a key role in building and maintaining these systems.

🤝 Equal Opportunity Employer
Calgon Carbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veteran applicants.