Painter Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

Completion of ninth grade or equivalent required. Must be able to read and write in order to follow schedules and written instructions, A High School Diploma or GED desired. Must demonstrate the ability to operate painting support equipment, to include stripping machine, man-lifts, bucket trucks, etc. Must demonstrate the ability to load, tow and transport equipment on trailers. Must have 3 years of verifiable commercial painting experience. Must have a Commercial Driver's License or minimally possess a CDL permit (successfully have passed the written portion of the CDL exam). Employees will be required to obtain their CDL license within 90 days following employment.

INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants' knowledge, skills, and abilities in job related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interviews and/or competency assessments.

 SUMMARY 

Performs general painting duties. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Performs prep work for painting tasks, general painting maintenance, refurbishment, and minimum sheetrock repairs. 

2. Operates MARTA maintenance vehicles to include vehicles with manual transmissions. 

3. Operates painting support equipment to include stripping machine, man-lifts, bucket truck operations, towing and transporting equipment on trailers. 

4. Performs other related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

Must have a Commercial Driver's License or minimally possess a CDL permit (successfully have passed the written portion of the CDL exam). Employees will be required to obtain their CDL license within 90 days following employment. No DUI violations within the last 5 years.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 1. Ability to move and lift various materials and equipment weighing up to 75 lbs. required. 2. Walks or stands up to 6 hours per shift. 3. Sits for up to an hour per shift (including breaks, lunch, etc.). 4. Must kneel, squat, stoop, or bend to perform tasks. 5. Climbs stairs and ladders. 6. Frequently reaches from floor to overhead level. 7. Frequently bends forward at the lower back to perform tasks. 8. Frequently lifts items which weigh up to 75 pounds 9. Uses a variety of hand tools and powered tools. 10. Must pass a physical examination including alcohol and drug screen. 11. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATING VEHICLES

 All classifications of employees at MARTA wherein an essential function of the job requires the employee to hold a commercial driver's license, operate a MARTA rail vehicle, or operate any other MARTA vehicle deemed by MARTA as to require these physical qualifications, will require the employee to be certified as meeting the physical certification requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation physical qualifications for drivers found in 49 C.F.R. Section 391.41, as also adopted by the Georgia Public Service Commission in its Transportation Rule 1-14-1-01. Procedures for waiver of medical requirements and resolution of conflicts of medical evaluation should proceed as provided for under Subpart E of 49 C.F.R. Part 391. This job requires operation of a MARTA motor vehicle.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have a right to request that MARTA make reasonable accommodations in order to help you accomplish your work, which must still be performed in all its essential functions.

MARTA is a Drug Free Workplace. Participation in MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program is a condition of employment. Failure to adhere to MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program will result in termination. Every MARTA employee is responsible for reading and observing the requirements of the Drug & Alcohol policy. This position has been identified as SAFETY SENSITIVE. 

MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Classification: Represented

Number of Openings: 1

Salary: $27.86