Graffiti Response Field Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Performs assignments from work orders or information received from supervisor.
• Organizes jobs to set up daily schedule.
• Collects and provides accurate information for computer tracking system.
• Paints surfaces, using manual and mechanized equipment that include conventional and airless paint sprayers, brushes or paint rollers.
• Applies coats of paint, stain, or protective sealants to exterior surfaces of buildings, retaining walls and fences.
• Selects premixed paints, or mixes required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning substances to prepare paint that matches specified colors using computerized application equipment.
• Removes graffiti from natural unpainted surfaces using a variety of paint stripping chemicals and equipment that includes high-pressure washer, soda blaster, sandblaster and air compressor. Remove grease spots.
• Erects scaffolding, sets up ladders and uses a lift truck to perform tasks above ground level.
• Operates a truck and tow trailer to transport large equipment to job sites.
• Troubleshoots and repairs minor mechanical problems on painting and blasting equipment while in the field.
• Interacts with and promotes the graffiti program in the community.
• Contacts property owner or occupants to acquire necessary waiver information and access for the removal of graffiti.
• Answers questions from residents and business owners about graffiti and prevention.
• Performs inspection of city for graffiti as needed.
• Maintains paint and supply storage rooms. Assists in inventory and ordering of supplies.
• Interacts with businesses donating supplies, keeps accurate records of donations.
• Picks up and records paint for recycle program.
• Uses donated paint and adds colorant to create colors that can be used within the city for touchups.
• Ensures vehicles and equipment are maintained, stocked and are operating in a safe capacity.
• Maintain the parks’ structures including but not limited to painting bathrooms, pavilions, and offices, apply anti-coatings on new murals, and paint, re-paint, or touch up structures in the international Peace Gardens.
• Stripes parking lots throughout the parks in Salt Lake City.
• As a lead worker, provides constant supervision of community service workers.
• Ensures workers comply with city, court and jail policies and procedures.
• Trains and motivates workers on crews.
• May be required to work evenings and weekends to assist on projects and attend meetings with the community.
• Participates in winter snow removal program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of combined experience with painting, paint stripping, masonry cleaning or graffiti removal.
• One year’s experience should be in a lead worker capacity.
• Valid Utah Commercial Driver's License, Class A or B, or the ability to obtain within six months of employment.
• Working knowledge of various equipment, including airless and conventional spray machines, sandblaster, paint color matching computers, respirators, high pressure power washer, and high lift vehicles.
• Mechanical aptitude/ability to correct operating problems with painting and paint removal equipment in the field.
• Experience with a variety of paint, wood stains and chemicals used in the paint industry, including knowledge of safety and environmental practices.
• Ability to work well with citizens, fellow team members, volunteers, and supervisors, and be able to deal effectively with individuals from a variety of age groups, ethnic backgrounds, and income levels.
• Ability to read, write and follow both oral and written instructions.
• Ability to organize various types of jobs within a specific time requirement.

Position Type

Full-Time

Position Salary Range

$20.91 - $27.55

Department

Public Services

Scheduled Hours

40