Painter/Paint Operator - Athens, GA location

Overview

This position will use their skillset to apply paint coating to transformers and components and/or load and unload parts on the paint line while considering the values and goals of Power Partners.

Responsibilities

Understand and carry out written/verbal instructions regarding coating of transformer components and/or loading and unloading of parts on the paint line. Ensure safe and proper lifting techniques and operation of lift equipment; operation of paint line equipment, and use of hand/power tools. Repeatedly lift/move material that is 50 lbs. onto or off of the rail system, with or without assistance from lifting devices. Ensure conformity of painted components to standards. Sort and stack painted transformer components on racks/carts/pallets for assembly. Follow all safety polices and procedures.

Qualifications

• Communicate, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions;
• Use an iPad or other electronic communication device;
• Organizational skills and attention to detail is necessary;
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in thousandths;
• Demonstrate proper lifting techniques;
• Grasp, reach, and handle objects, tools, and materials;
• Use measuring devices such as paint mil readers;
• Use hand/power tools such as wrenches, screw drivers, tube cutters, sanders & grinders;
• Operate overhead hoists and lift assist equipment;
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and push/pull 100 lbs.;
• Frequent standing and walking is necessary;
• Occasional sitting, stooping, reaching, or kneeling;
• 20/40 vision is required with or without the use of corrective glasses and/or contact lens, as well as normal peripheral vision no less than 70, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus;
• Must comply with all plant safety policies and procedures and any special department safety rules;
• Must be able to wear all required PPE including, but not limited to: safety toed shoes, safety glasses, cut resistant gloves, and hearing protection.