All applicants are welcome to apply. This is a transfer opportunity, and first consideration will be given to qualified transfer-eligible employees in the job classification family.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Identify painting work/issues and generate work orders to initiate the work.
• Prepare a variety of surfaces for and apply protective coatings to heavy equipment such as pumps and motors, buildings, facilities and associated structures such as but not limited to floors, walls, steps and ceilings found at a wastewater treatment facility. Finish drywall.
• Operate, clean and maintain a variety of equipment related to the application of protective coatings.
• Remove graffiti using a sandblaster or stripper. Sand and refinish surfaces.
• Erect scaffolding, operate equipment such as high lift, scissor lift, forklift and power tools.
• Mix, match, and blend protective coatings and sealants to preserve the life cycle of equipment and facilities.
• Prepare time and materials estimates; order materials and supplies; schedule equipment, labor, and materials for each project.
• Design and fabricate signs, banners, and lettering for roadways and vehicles.
• Prepare progress reports and maintain material and labor cost records.
• Work with external contractors to ensure that painting projects are completed within established guidelines and standards.
• Prepare painting bid proposals for capital projects.
• Follow the industry standard for the proper use, storage, handling and disposal of all hazardous materials. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Bring:    

• Journey level knowledge (3-5 years) in the application of standard practices, materials, and tools of the painting trade.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program, or two years of technical schooling industrial painting and/or the equivalent related experience at a Journeyman level 
• Experience in pavement painting and markings to include but not limited to the use of a Laser Stripper and the use of torch-down equipment.
• Experience in the use and application of various paints, coating, sealants, varnishes, enamels, paint removers and their properties in an industrial setting, such as appropriate use on equipment and machinery.
• Experience in the preparation, mixing, blending, harmonizing and contrasting of colors.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards of the painting trade and experience taking precautionary measures to be used while performing painting responsibilities.
• Experience with epoxy, submersion paints and all types of surface preparation and applications.
• Experience in the techniques and principles associated with painting but not limited to plastic, wood, drywall, concrete, steel, brick, asphalt, aluminum
• Experience and ability to work in confine spaces.
• Experience in operating High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) spray equipment
• Skill in using a computer and associated software including work order systems
• Experience in working with vendors and engineers for assigned work assignments
• Skill in oral and written communication techniques and principles to read, write and follow oral and written instructions; skill in providing and exchanging information with the public at work sites
• Skill in working with a diverse group of individuals in varying occupations in a team environment
• Experience and knowledge in Safety and Hazardous Material and the Plant's Process Safety Management and all PSM Chemicals and processes 
• Ability to work at heights up to 30 feet and awkward positions with all required PPE to complete assignments

• Action Oriented: Identifies and seizes new opportunities; Displays a can-do attitude in good and bad times; Steps up to handle tough issues.
• Being Resilient - Is confident under pressure; Handles and manages crises effectively; Maintains a positive attitude despite adversity; Bounces back from setbacks; Grows from hardships and negative experiences.
• Manages Ambiguity: Deals comfortably with the uncertainty of change; Is calm and productive, even when things are up in the air; Deals constructively with the problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes.
• Collaborates: Works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives; Partners with others to get work done; Credits others for their contributions and accomplishments; Gains trust and support of others.

• Valid unencumbered Washington State Driver's License.

Working Conditions:

• Work Location: West Point Treatment Plant - 1400 Discovery Park Blvd. Seattle, WA 98199
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week with either a 5-8 or 4-10 work schedule. The treatment plants are operated 24/7. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. The position requires the ability to work any assigned schedule and required to report to work during adverse and inclement weather conditions.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by S.E.I.U. 925 (Wastewater Treatment Division) 
• Physical Requirement: Incumbents perform field work at a wastewater treatment plant and associated facilities and are required to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, use ladders, and there is exposure to hazardous chemicals and noxious odors.
  Application and Selection Process:
  We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
  
  Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in a technical assessment and one or more panel interviews.  
  
  To apply, submit a:
  
  • Complete Application
  • Responses to Supplemental Questions
  • Resume
  Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
  
  Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Angelia Remolana, HR Analyst at anremolana@kingcounty.gov.
  
  
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