- Painter, Water Pollution Control Plant - Environmental Services Department

**About San Jose**

San Jos, the dynamic Capital of Silicon Valley, is home to almost one million residents making it the third largest city in California and 10th largest in the U.S. San Jos is recognized as the safest and best-managed large municipality in the nation. The Citys proximity to outstanding educational institutions has been a primary factor in fostering an environment in which technology has flourished. San Jos and the Silicon Valley are often thought of as synonymous with the technology industry, yet the Citys business profile is quite diverse with the presence of professional service, retail, commercial and industrial businesses.

Cultural and ethnic diversity are a hallmark of San Jos, a city in which more than 56 different languages are spoken. Those who live and work in San Jos enjoy world class attractions, cultural and performing arts, sports and recreation activities, wineries, and year round festivals and celebrations. San Jos encompasses 177 square miles at the southern tip of the San Francisco Bay.

**The home of so many great careers**

To fulfill public services for our community, the City of San Jos is continually seeking qualified candidates to join our staffcurrently 7000 employees covering 614 classifications. We offer a wide range of opportunities, including police and fire, with potential for growth and advancement. We also offer highly competitive benefits, including a retirement plan, and generous vacation and paid holidays.

For more information, please visit the Citys website at .

** Location**

San Jose, 95124 ** Description**

**DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:**

Per the Citys COVID19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the City requires all employees starting on or after February 11, 2022, to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment absent a documented medical and/or religious exemption. Proof of vaccination means that employees are required to be up-to-date with regards to the COVID-19 vaccine. Consistent with the Santa Clara County Public Health Order issued on December 28, 2021, "up-to-date" means that an employee is not only "fully vaccinated," but has also obtained any booster doses of a COVID-19 vaccination for which they are eligible, within 15 days of first becoming eligible.

ESD is recruiting for three (3) Painter vacancies at the San Jos-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility (RWF). The RWF is located at the southernmost tip of the San Francisco Bay, and is operated by City of San Jose. The RWF serves about 1.4 million people and 17,000 businesses in the South Bay. The current vacancies are in the facilities and maintenance paint shop.

Salary Information

The annual salary range for Painter, Water Pollution Control Plant is $72,612.80-$88,171.20.

Under general supervision of the Painter Supervisor, the Painter performs journey-level painting work of moderate difficulty to preserve, protect and aesthetically maintain the RWF infrastructure and equipment from exposure to corrosive wastewater as well as hazardous chemicals and gases. This position involves the execution of duties in a heavy industrial environment which involves confined space entries, extensive use of sandblasting equipment and application of high performance, multiple component coatings such as high solids epoxies, coal tar epoxies, high solids polyurethane enamels and sealants.

**Painters are responsible for the following job duties:**

Cleans and prepares surfaces;

Paints, varnishes, stains, and shellacs walls (interior and exterior), ceilings, desks, cabinets, moldings, and floors;

Uses, cleans, and stores brushes, spray guns, and other painting tools and implements;

Paints traffic signals, fire alarm poles, electroliers and various objects and equipment;

Mixes paints, varnishes, shellacs, enamels;

Erects and moves scaffolds, ladders and planking;

Operate pick-up truck, runway striper, and small striping equipment;

Lifts and moves furniture, and other objects;

Prepares requisition forms and orders supplies; and

May have to lift heavy weights 20-100 pounds.

**Selection Process**

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process may consist of one or more interviews.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process. Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.

1. Yes

2. No

1. Yes, I have a valid California Drivers License

2. I have an out-of-state Drivers License

3. No, I do not have a Drivers License

3. Pick the option that best describes how you meet the minimum training and experience qualifications.

1. I have a combination of training and experience equivalent to successful completion of a recognized painter apprenticeship program.

2. I have successfully completed a recognized painter apprenticeship program.

3. I have at least two years of journey-level painting experience.

4. I do not have any of the above training and experience.

4. Describe in detail your combination of training and experience that equates to the successful completion of a recognized painter apprenticeship program or the apprenticeship program that you have successfully completed. List where you received your training from, employers, years of experience, roles, and responsibilities. Your answer must be consistent with your work history.

5. Please select all that apply to your work experience.

1. I have experience using abrasive blasting methods and techniques

2. I have experience in using multiple component industrial coating

3. I have experience with industrial application methods

4. I possess a National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) Coating Inspection Certificate Level 1 or higher

5. I have completed coursework on Corrosion Control Methods from NACE or Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC)

6. None of the above.

You MUST answer ALL job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.

**Physical Requirements**: Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the job as determined by a post-offer medical examination conducted by City of San Jose Employee Health Services.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Rob Perrin at robert.perrin@sanjoseca.gov.

**REQUIRED SKILLS:**

1. Education:

Completion of a high school, General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate, or California Proficiency Certificate.

2. Training and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to successful completion of a recognized painter apprenticeship program.

3. Licenses or Certificates:

Possession of a valid California driver's license.

**Employment Eligibility**: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

**Competencies**

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for both positions include:

**Job Expertise**

Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices including:

- Experience in using multiple component industrial coating.

- Knowledge and experience