GP Metal Prep (Night)

Build something that matters. At Delta Star the work we do has a real impact. Every transformer we build helps deliver reliable electricity to homes, businesses, and communities across North America. As we continue to grow, we are looking for people who want more than just a job. We are looking for individuals who want to learn, contribute, solve challenges, and build a meaningful career alongside a team that is committed to delivering power at all times.

Summary Delta Star Inc. is seeking a dependable, safety‑minded Metal Prep GP team member to support grinding, surface preparation, masking, and material handling tasks for transformer component production. If you’re eager to learn, develop hands‑on skills, and support high‑quality finishing operations—we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do As a Metal Prep GP team member, you’ll perform basic surface prep, grinding, masking, and staging tasks under the guidance of higher‑level metal prep and paint personnel. You’ll maintain organized workspaces, support production flow, and follow strict safety and environmental guidelines while learning the tools, processes, and quality expectations of the role.

A Day in the Life

Your day may include prepping steel components, grinding surfaces, masking parts according to instructions, and staging materials using cranes, hoists, or forklifts (if certified). You’ll help maintain paint and blast booths, complete documentation, and ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with safety and environmental standards.

Collaboration with other production teams is a regular part of the workflow. Specific Duties Perform grinding and basic metal prep work on steel components. Operate hand tools, power tools, tape measures, scales, and forklifts (if certified). Complete DIRs and required documentation with minimal assistance. Assist with surface prep using grinders, sandpaper, and hand tools.

Mask and tape components per work instructions and drawings. Stage, move, and transport materials using cranes, hoists, or forklifts (if certified). Maintain paint booths, blast booths, and metal prep areas in clean, organized condition. Support safe operation of paint equipment and follow all PPE requirements. Follow safety, environmental, hazardous material handling, and housekeeping procedures.

Work collaboratively with other departments to meet production goals. Perform other duties as assigned by supervision. What We’re Looking For A reliable, detail‑oriented individual with strong housekeeping habits, mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn new tools, processes, and equipment. Position Requirements High school diploma or GED.

Ability to pass a background check, drug test, and physical. Experience in metal prep, grinding, or manufacturing preferred but not required. Skills & Competencies Ability to follow safety rules and properly use PPE and material‑handling equipment. Ability to read and follow work instructions and basic drawings. Basic mechanical aptitude; willingness to learn new tools and processes.

Ability to operate or learn grinders, sanders, hand tools, power tools, forklifts, hoists, and cranes. Strong attention to detail, organization, and housekeeping. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Safety compliance and proper PPE use Quality of metal prep and masking work Cleanliness and organization of work areas Accuracy and timeliness of documentation (DIRs) Reliability and ability to stay on task Demonstrated progress in skill development Why Our Employees Join, Grow, and Stay At Delta Star, you will find more than a job.

You will join a team that values people, supports growth, and trusts you to make an impact. Whether you're on the shop floor, in the field, or in the office, you will work alongside talented people to solve meaningful challenges, power communities, and build a rewarding career. With opportunities to learn, advance, and contribute, plus a culture built on respect, teamwork, and work-life balance, Delta Star is a place where you can thrive for the long term Benefits That Support You We believe that a rewarding career starts with feeling supported both at work and at home.

That's why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs, paid time off, life and disability protection, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, and additional voluntary benefits that help you and your family thrive.

Pay Transparency We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices.

Compensation

for this position will be determined within the posted salary range based on factors such as candidate qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, market competitiveness, skills, and certifications. For union-represented roles, pay is established by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. AAP/EEO Statement Delta Star is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.