Job Title: Media Blaster & Powder Coater Department: Powder Coating Location: Bozeman, Montana Job Summary The Media Blaster & Powder Coater is responsible for preparing and finishing metal parts and assemblies through abrasive blasting and powder coating processes. This role ensures surfaces are properly cleaned, prepped, coated, and cured to meet quality and durability standards. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, understands surface preparation and coating techniques, and maintains a safe and efficient work environment. Key Duties & Responsibilities Surface Preparation & Media Blasting • Operate abrasive blasting equipment (blast pots, nozzles, booths) to remove rust, scale, paint, and contaminants. • Mask or protect areas not to be blasted or coated. • Inspect parts before and after blasting to ensure a consistent surface profile. • Maintain blasting equipment and monitor media condition and inventory. Powder Coating Application • Prepare surfaces for coating through cleaning, degreasing, or pretreatment. • Hang, rack, or fixture parts for coating. • Operate powder coating guns and booths, applying coatings evenly and to specification. • Adjust electrostatic and air settings for consistent coverage and finish. • Transfer coated parts to ovens, monitor curing times and temperatures. • Inspect finished parts for quality, coverage, adhesion, and curing. • Perform rework or touch-ups as needed. Maintenance, Quality, and Safety • Clean and maintain all blasting, coating, and curing equipment. • Keep work areas organized, clean, and compliant with safety and environmental regulations. • Follow PPE and ventilation requirements for blasting and powder application. • Document work performed, materials used, and inspection results. • Support continuous improvement in coating processes and efficiency. Qualifications & Skills • High school diploma or equivalent required. • 1+ year experience in abrasive blasting, powder coating, or related industrial finishing preferred. • Understanding of surface preparation standards and powder coating techniques. • Mechanical aptitude for maintaining equipment and troubleshooting issues. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality finishes. • Ability to read work orders, part drawings, and process instructions. • Physically capable of standing, lifting, bending, and working in hot, dusty environments. • Excellent safety awareness and ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Work Environment & Conditions • Industrial shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, heat, and powders. • Use of respirators, blast suits, gloves, and protective eyewear required. • May require overtime, weekend work, or variable shifts. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $25.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) 4% Match • Employee discount • Health insurance • Health savings account • On-the-job training • Paid time off Work Location: In person
See More Details >>American Welding & Gas, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Counter Sales Representative in our Bozeman, MT location. This position has the primary responsibility of assisting customers with purchasing and ordering products focusing on gases and welding/industrial supplies. Duties will also include maintaining hardgoods, receiving and inventory control. Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement preferred or the ability to obtain both. Responsibilities: • Assist customers in store and by phone to purchase and order products. • Handle cylinder returns, exchanges and purchases. • Handle cash and charge account transactions. Reconcile cash, credit card, and charge transactions and end of day cash drawers. • Branch collection activities and customer retention calls. • Assist manager with opening and closing store each day including securing all cylinders, locking all areas and setting alarms. • Monitor inventory levels. Check in and put away inventory. • Receive freight and create bar code labels with part numbers. • Schedule deliveries and service calls. • Support outside sales team. • Follow and comply with all company safety policies. • Work with store manager to achieve/surpass budgeted sales projections while maintaining expenses within the parameters allocated by management to achieve profitability. • Assist manager with building and equipment maintenance. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • High School Diploma or GED. • Clean driving record. • Work experience in customer service or sales preferred. • Able to move compressed gas and liquid cylinders; Lift 50-75 pounds frequently and maneuver 100+ pound cylinders (rolling, using a cart, etc.) • Cash register experience preferred. • Ability to operate a forklift preferred. • Strong computer skills. • Motivated, high energy individual that is willing to learn our products and grow with the company. American Welding & Gas (AWG) is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial gases as well as a provider of all your welding supply needs. We are a family and teammate owned company that is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our company provides industrial, medical and specialty gases as well as food and beverage gases across the United States, from Montana to Pennsylvania and down through Texas and Florida. With a team of over 800 employees, over 100 retail locations and 22 fill plants we pride ourselves in our customer service, expertise, assets and resources that allow us to reach a large and diversified customer base of the highest quality. American Welding & Gas is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. About American Welding and Gas: American Welding & Gas, an employee owned company, is headquartered in Raleigh, NC. AWG traces its history to Valley Welding Supply in Billings, MT and Scott-Gross Company in Lexington, KY - both of which began in 1949. The Company has grown both organically and through acquisition to its present size. AWG manufactures and distributes industrial, medical, specialty and beverage gases and associated welding and safety supplies. We operate 76 retail locations and 16 gas fill plants located in seventeen states stretching from Montana through Georgia. AWG has 585 employees who serve our customers in over 30 states and Canada.
See More Details >>Are you a Class B CDL Driver that could benefit from taking on a delivery driver position with a company that provides high-quality equipment and values your safety above all else? Take this excellent opportunity to join a renowned industrial gases provider and receive top notch benefits. If you have a Class B CDL, Hazmat & AirBrake Endorsements , and a clean driving record, this is an opportunity you need to pursue! American Welding and Gas (AWG), a leading provider of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, is seeking a Delivery Driver with a CDL-B license to join their team in Bozeman MT. Duties • Read, understand and follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) • Comply with all DOT+OSHA Regulations • Moves, loads, and unloads empty/full cylinders safely and efficiently • Ensures appropriate preparation and/or completion and accuracy of paperwork including but not limited to shipping papers and delivery tickets • Maintains cleanliness of vehicle • Performs other duties as assigned Physical Requirements • Lifting, bending, twisting, climbing, crouching, kneeling • Driving vehicle • Repetitive movement • Operating motorized equipment • Sitting; standing; walking • Working indoor/outdoor as business needs • Working at increased noise levels • Safety hazards Qualifications • High School graduate or equivalent • Class B CDL Required with Hazmat and Airbrake endorsement or the ability to obtain both endorsements • Clean driving record • Able to read and write English • Able to move compressed gas and liquid cylinders; Lift 50-75 pounds frequently and maneuver 100+ pound cylinders (rolling, using a cart, etc.) • Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen, DOT physical, Back Assessment and company administered road test • Ability to communicate with customers Drug Free work environment. Incentives Include • Safety and quality incentives • Excellent benefit package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Company paid Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 401(k) with Company Match, Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off. • Company cell phone • Employer paid CDL license renewal fees including endorsements and medical card • ALL PPE provided including work boots and shirts • Modern trucks with no slip seating • Monday through Friday schedule. Home every night. • AWG Culture- Known for being one of the best in the industry, offering a family-like atmosphere and continuous growth opportunities, resulting in an industry-low turnover rate AWG is expanding and seeking exceptional talent to drive our progress forward. Don't miss out on a promising future -Join our team today! American Welding & Gas, Inc (AWG) is an employee owned company, which manufactures and distributes industrial, medical, specialty and beverage gases. AWG is headquartered in Raleigh, NC with 76 branch locations, 16 gas fill plants in 20 states, stretching from Montana through Florida. As one of the largest independent gas and welding supply distributors, AWG has the expertise, assets and sources of supply necessary to service large, bulk cryogenic gas customers as well as small business. American Welding & Gas is growing rapidly and looking for top talent to move us forward. AWG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Bozeman, MT typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing both theoretical and practical skills necessary for the trade. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Bozeman, the average weekly wage for welders is approximately $630.50, with experienced welders potentially earning over $1,000 weekly. Training programs, apprenticeships, and certifications are available through technical schools and community colleges, leading to a rewarding career with competitive compensation and opportunities for career advancement.
