Class B Grinder Operator (Stainless Steel Tanks)
Location: Watson Custom TanksShift: Monday - Thursday 7am-5:30pmPay: $26-28/hr
Join a fast-growing stainless steel fabrication team where precision matters. Watson Custom Tanks is hiring a Class B Grinder Operator to grind, finish, and repair welded vessel components to exact cosmetic and quality standards.
What you’ll do
Precision grind head-to-shell seams and blended welds (up to 180 grit / 30 Ra max)
Remove arc marks, gouges, digs, lumps, and hook marks; restore cosmetic and structural integrity
Perform surface prep, seam blending, and post-treatment repairs (including re-dye checks)
Grind internal/external cylindrical, tapered, flat, conical surfaces; select wheels, speeds, feeds, and fixtures
Complete QC documentation (traveler lines), support P.T. and repair work as needed
Work safely with hand tools, lifts/hoists, and occasionally in confined spaces; follow PPE and safety procedures
What we’re looking for
P.T. Certified
Intermediate blueprint/spec interpretation
Confident maintaining grinding equipment (wheel changes, inspections for cracks/wear, proper guards)
Detail-driven, quality-focused, dependable, and team-oriented
Professional, respectful communication with coworkers and customers
Physical requirements
Stand/walk extended periods; frequent reaching, crouching, kneeling
Regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs
Strong close vision, depth perception, and attention to surface finish
Ready to build your career in precision finishing?
Apply today for Class B Grinder Operator and help deliver high-quality stainless steel tanks that customers count on.