Overview New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader with multiple locations in North America. It offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior and Xcelsior CHARGE brands, and infrastructure development through New Flyer Infrastructure Solutions to provide safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. More 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 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.
Benefits 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
Responsibilities 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
Qualifications 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 protected, accessible, efficient and reliable.
About NFI Group 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.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Manufacturing
Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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📌 Abrasive Blaster/Sand Blaster (Manitoba)
🏢 New Flyer
📍 Manitoba