Metro Paint Operations Technician - Variable Hour

Hello, we’re Metro! Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today, and tomorrow. 

Metro Paint is looking for variable hour operations technicians. These technicians work as part of a team that opens and color sorts used latex paint, performs color mixing and quality testing to create batches of new recycled paint, and packages and ships the finished product for sale and donation in the community. Technicians use personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by Metro that is appropriate for the job such as safety glasses, steel toe boots, Tyvek suits, and nitrile gloves. In addition to processing paint, technicians may also operate forklifts and pallet jacks, perform equipment maintenance, manage inventory, and assist customers on the sales floor. 

As a Variable Hour Operations Technician you will:

• Manually identify, sort, and bulk quarts, gallons and five-gallon containers of incoming latex paint into large containers while wearing full body personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Filter, chemicalize, and package recycled latex paint for retail sales, wholesale, and donations.
• Assist in the management, storage, and inventory of incoming latex paint, wire cages, pallets, lab testing supplies, production supplies, assorted retail items, and/or recycled paint.
• Safely utilize and operate equipment necessary for work including lift trucks, pallet jacks, pneumatic mixers, lift table, can opener, and/or bucket buster.
• Assist in the shipping and receiving of operation materials in accordance with standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and Department of Transportation regulations.
• Assist in the daily accurate documentation of recycling operations data including paint batch production, shipping manifests, laboratory testing, and/or paint processing.
• Provide consistent clear communication with coworkers and supervisors within and beyond program area.
• Perform regular cleaning and preventative maintenance of work area and equipment.

Attributes for success:

• Ability to function in a manufacturing environment with large equipment and loud noises while following safety protocols
• Ability to use computers to type up documents and access email
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with coworkers and customers
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to self-motivate and see tasks through to completion
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with Metro staff, contractors, and the public
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Ability to maintain situational awareness
• Ability to safely operate (and/or ability to learn to safely operate) a variety of vehicles, equipment and tools including forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies, and hydraulic, pneumatic, and power tools
• Commitment to racial equity and inclusion in the workplace

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION 

At Metro, we strive to cultivate diversity, advance equity, and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities. Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength, essential to providing quality support and services to our region. Metro’s goal is to hire, develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community.   

Learn more about Metro’s Diversity Action Plan

TO QUALIFY

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant. 

Minimum qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. AND
• One year of experience in paint recycling or paint manufacturing; OR
• Any combination of education, professional, volunteer and lived experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities.

Working Conditions 

This position requires the ability to perform the activities necessary to complete the essential functions of the job, either with or without reasonable accommodation. Processing incoming paint is highly physical work that takes place in a wet and loud environment while wearing a full-body suit. Operations Technicians can expect to spend over half of their time performing this duty. 

This position requires continuous and/or frequent standing, handling, talking, repetitive motions of the hands/wrists and good general hearing. It also requires occasional walking, fingering, reaching, feeling, bending, grasping and the ability to lift and/or carry buckets that weigh up to 60 pounds continuously for over an hour at a time. Duties are performed almost exclusively indoors.

If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply

If you were terminated for cause during any employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, you may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.

Like to have qualifications

You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider them when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience, including the military, or life experience that are relevant for this position. 

• Experience with pallet jacks, forklifts, drum dollies, or other material handling equipment. 
• A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Bilingual language skills in English and Spanish, Russian, or other language commonly spoken in the region. 

SCREENING AND EVALUATION

The application packet: The application packet consists of the following required documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.

• A completed online application 
• Responses to supplemental questions

The selection process: We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change. 

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/interviews
• Testing/assessments (if applicable)
• Reference check 
• Background, driving records check for finalist candidate (if applicable)

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND REPRESENTATON

The rate of pay for this position is step 1. $27.57 per hour. 

This position is eligible for overtime and is represented by AFSCME 3580. It is classified as a Variable Hour Metro Paint Operations Technician. Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions. View the classification description.

Questions?

Recruiter: Carrie Gundermann

Email: carrie.gundermann@oregonmetro.gov

Equal employment opportunity

All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law.

Accommodation

Metro will gladly provide a reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.

Veterans' preference

Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Hybrid Telework

Positions designated as “hybrid telework,” meaning you will have the option to work away from the office, although there may be times that coming into the office will be required. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; Metro cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.
  
Pay equity at Metro

No matter who you are or where you work at Metro, you deserve to be paid fairly for the work you do. Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.

Online applications

Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance. 

How to Apply

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Metro 

Led by an elected council, this unique government gives all residents of greater Portland a voice in shaping the future and provides parks, venues, services, and tools at a regional scale. We find solutions for our area’s garbage and recycling that protect clean air and water; help plan land use and development to provide jobs and safe transportation; manage local venues that provide a connection to arts and culture and help keep the economy growing; protect 17,000 acres of parks and natural areas, and run the Oregon Zoo, to keep nature close to home. 

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