Facilities Worker/Painter

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At the Orange County Sanitation District our Core Values form the framework of our organization and reinforce our professional work ethic. If the following values ring true with you, we’d love to invite you to explore our career opportunities further.

Honesty, Trust, & Respect

We aspire to the highest degree of integrity, honesty, trust, and respect in our interaction with each other, our suppliers, our customers, and our community.

Teamwork & Problem Solving

We strive to reach OCSD goals through cooperative efforts and collaboration with each other and our constituencies. We work to solve problems in a creative, cost-effective and safe manner, and we acknowledge team and individual efforts.

Leadership & Commitment

We lead by example, acknowledging the value of our resources and using them wisely and safely to achieve our objectives and goals. We are committed to act in the best interest of our employees, our organization, and our community.

Learning/Teaching – Talents, Skills and Abilities

We continuously develop ourselves, enhancing our talents, skills, and abilities, knowing that only through personal growth and development will we continue to progress as an agency and as individuals.

Recognition/Rewards

We seek to recognize, acknowledge and reward contributions to OCSD by our many talented employees.

OCSD is currently looking to fill the role of a Facilities Worker/Painter.

Under general supervision, the Facilities Worker/Painter performs a variety of full journey-level interior and exterior painting functions on District equipment and structures including walls, buildings, pipes, pumps, tanks and vehicles using brushes, rollers, and sprayers and other applicators; mixes and blends paints according to established guidelines; applies primers, paints, and other materials on equipment and structures; and assists in moving and arranging furniture. This individual will be responsible for applying surface preparation to wood, metal, fiberglass, plaster, and drywall using surface preparation techniques such as washing, scraping, sanding, sand blasting, water blasting, steam cleaning, and the use of acids, solvents, rust inhibitors and cleaning agents. This person will erect and use scaffolding, aerial lifts, scissor lifts, and ladders as required.

This individual will also design, fabricate, hang, mount, apply and install various types of signage required throughout the facilities to include traffic, office, and safety signage. The candidate will be involved in inspecting District equipment and structures, planning assigned jobs, and estimating the time, materials, and equipment required to complete jobs. This person will be required to perform all duties in a safe and effective manner, ensuring a safe work environment for self and others by inspecting worksite for any safety hazards or obstacles and adhering to safe work practices and procedures.

Qualifications & Requirements:

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma (or equivalent) supplemented by specialized training in painting or a related field, and two (2) years of journey level experience preparing various coating materials and applying to a wide variety of interior and exterior surfaces. An Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree, plus knowledge and/or experience in the field of industrial coating are desired. The ability to work in a planned maintenance environment is needed. The selected candidate must be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, along with the ability to plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines. The ability to perform arduous work including lifting a minimum of 40 pounds is required. The ability to operate a computer and applicable software, to include fabricating signage using sign making equipment is necessary. Possession of, or the ability to obtain a valid California class “C” driver’s license is required.

Recruitment & Selection Process:

Vacancies: 1

Apply online at: www.ocsd.com/jobs

APPLICATION FILING DEADLINE: Wednesday, May 17, 2017, by 5:00 p.m.

(or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received)

Hiring Salary Range: *$30.84 – $33.98 per hour
*starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications.

Supplemental Information:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in and around District buildings and facilities, to operate a motor vehicle and drive on surface streets; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work in confined spaces and around machines, to climb and descend ladders, and to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing a minimum of 40 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

Environmental Elements
Employees work in and around buildings and facilities and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS
All Orange County Sanitation District employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the Orange County Sanitation District requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Additional Information:

For the full range of duties, responsibilities, and essential job functions, please review the Classification Specification for this position found on our website.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate, through their application materials, that they meet the minimum requirements as outlined in the job announcement and class specification to receive further consideration. However, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of OCSD’s pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation and a physical examination. For some positions this may include a drug screen. False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification.

OCSD only accepts applications submitted via our online application system. Resumes submitted via mail, fax or email will not be accepted.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.