Ready to Put the Finishing Touch on Heavy Steel Projects?
Do you want to be part of a team producing high-quality structural steel for major industrial applications? If you have experience in industrial painting, sandblasting, or surface preparation and are looking for steady full-time work in a well-established steel fabrication environment, we want to hear from you!
Steelworks Inc. is looking for dependable, detail-oriented individuals who take pride in quality finishes, safe work practices, and seeing large-scale steel projects through to completion.
Whether you’re based in the Timmins area or prepared to relocate for the right long-term opportunity, this role offers consistent work, clear expectations, and opportunity to build a long-term future in a growing operation.
Apply today and help us deliver steel solutions built to last.
About Steelworks Inc.
Steelworks Inc. is a leading structural steel fabrication and installation company originally founded in Timmins, Ontario, home to its flagship facility and the largest heavy-steel shop in the region. With over 30 years of experience, Steelworks has built a strong reputation serving the mining, industrial, commercial, and infrastructure sectors across Northern Ontario.
Steelworks’ capabilities include custom structural fabrication, overhead crane systems, platforms, stairways, horizontal lifelines, monorails, heavy-duty wear plates, and full in-house blast and paint services. The company is known for delivering precision-built steel solutions that meet demanding specifications, with a strong focus on durability, safety, and constructability.
Driven by experienced leadership and a skilled workforce, Steelworks is committed to on-time delivery, minimizing rework, and maintaining rigorous quality standards. With established strength in the mining sector and a growing footprint in the GTA, Steelworks is well positioned for continued expansion and long-term value creation as a trusted partner for complex steel solutions.
Why We’re Hiring
Steelworks continues to grow as project demand increases across fabrication, finishing, and installation services. To support this growth, we are adding an Industrial Painter/ Sandblaster who wants steady work, a strong team environment, and the opportunity to contribute to high-quality finished steel products.
About the Role
As an Industrial Painter/Sandblaster, you will play a key role in the final preparation and finishing of fabricated steel components before shipment. This includes abrasive blasting, surface preparation, industrial coating application, and ensuring finished steel products meet customer and company quality standards.
You’ll work on large structural assemblies, frames, platforms, and heavy steel components using spray booth systems, blasting equipment, and industrial-grade coatings in a hands-on production environment.
Key Responsibilities
Surface Preparation & Sandblasting
· Perform abrasive blasting and surface preparation of structural steel components
· Remove rust, mill scale, debris, and contaminants prior to coating
· Prepare large fabricated assemblies, frames, and parts for industrial finishing
· Ensure proper masking, cleaning, and staging of materials
Industrial Painting & Finishing
· Apply industrial primers, coatings, and finishes using spray booth and airless/industrial spray equipment
· Maintain consistent coating thickness, finish quality, and product appearance
· Mix and prepare paints, epoxies, and coatings according to specifications
· Monitor drying, curing, and final handling procedures
Quality, Safety & Equipment Maintenance
· Inspect finished surfaces for coverage, defects, and quality standards
· Follow all company health, safety, and environmental procedures related to blasting and coatings
· Wear and maintain required PPE and respirator equipment
· Maintain clean spray booth, blasting areas, hoses, guns, and related equipment
· Communicate with supervisors/forman and fabrication teams to ensure timely completion of jobs
Skills & Qualifications
· 2+ years of related industrial painting, sandblasting, or surface preparation experience preferred
· Experience working with large steel parts, structural components, or heavy industrial materials
· Experience with industrial spray systems, blasting equipment, and coating applications
· Understanding of surface prep requirements and coating consistency
· Ability to work safely with PPE, respirators, and industrial materials
· Strong attention to detail and finish quality
· Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work in a production-driven environment
· Forklift or overhead crane experience is an asset
Why Join Steelworks
· Stable, full-time permanent employment
· Competitive wages based on experience
· Opportunity to work on large industrial and mining-related steel projects
· Strong safety culture and experienced leadership team
· Modern in-house blast and paint facilities
· Long-term opportunity with a growing Northern Ontario employer
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter quoting posting #SW-08-26 “[Your Name]” through Indeed by June 16, 2026.
Steelworks is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with lived experiences related to the populations we serve.
We are committed to ensuring accessibility for persons with disabilities by identifying, removing and preventing barriers to promote the rights of all persons and to build and create an inclusive and accessible working environment, in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code (the “Code”) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “AODA”).
We fully support the intent of the AODA and its goal of achieving accessibility for Ontarians with disabilities with respect to Customer Service, Information and Communications and Employment.
Should you require accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process please contact [email protected].
The expected Timeframe for the recruitment process is up to 4 weeks
The interview process is expected to include one to two interviews, reference and background checks, and offer stages.We thank all candidates for applying, only those applicants moving forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
