Painter Sub-Foreperson (Second Shift)

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority•Everett, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA’s core values are built around safety, service, equity, sustainability, culture, and accessibility, and each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed. The Painter Sub-Foreperson is responsible for the preparation and painting of fleet vehicles, components, and facilities utilizing state-of-the-art materials, equipment, and technologies. They will assign, oversee, direct, plan, and assist work crews within their jurisdiction, ensuring that painting of Authority vehicles and assets are completed efficiently, effectively, and safely. This position will work primarily on a second-shift schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) from an accredited institution.
Three (3) years of experience in air spray painting of transit vehicles, such as Subway Cars, Trolleys, and/or Buses.
Effective organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to use Word, Excel, database, PeopleSoft, and Mainframe applications.
Excellent customer service skills.
Valid driver’s license in accordance with MBTA policy.
Have the ability to provide internal and external customers with a courteous and professional experience.
Have the ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce.
Have the ability to work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed.
Be available to work twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
Successful applicants must have the English language skills required for the effective performance of the position.
Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English.
Be at least eighteen (18) years of age, except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program.
Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role.
Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
Ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a diverse workforce team (or supervise, if required).
Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies.
Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, comprehensive background screening, and / or medical Clinic screening, potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned, directed, or necessary for this position, including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions, emergencies, or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States and on an unrestricted basis.
The MBTA does not have an employer work sponsorship program.
However, if you have unrestricted work authorization, or are sponsored by a separate entity, you are welcome to apply.
Further, all persons hired will require a U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting the position and employees will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

A technical degree.
Training from a technical institute or related technical certificates.
Related experience in a supervisory capacity.
Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op.
Additionally, interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting pre-employment screenings / pre-boarding, working in their positions, and throughout the duration of their program.

Responsibilities

Assist the Painter Foreperson with scheduling and materials for the painting of Authority assets.
Assign, oversee, and direct the activities of work crews under their jurisdiction.
Inspect work crew painting/maintenance activities to ensure that assignments are completed safely and according to established schedules and operating standards.
Order, schedule, and expedite all materials and equipment necessary to complete projects.
Enforce the Authority’s safety standards to ensure the safety of workers and customers.
Ensure that all inventory levels, equipment, and facilities under their control are protected in a safe operating condition.
Assist with ordering, scheduling, and expediting all equipment necessary for project completion in their area.
Document, maintain, and prepare required painting, maintenance, and personnel records on manual and computerized tracking systems.
Ensure budgetary goals are met and that all work is performed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Provide technical instruction when necessary.
Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and/or transport crews or equipment as needed.
Work any and all shifts and/or locations as assigned or directed.
Respond or report to work as directed by supervisory personnel for emergencies, extreme weather conditions, or any other abnormal conditions that impair service or the safety of service, twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
Respond to each inquiry, whether from a customer, vendor, or co-worker, in a courteous and professional manner.
Assume the responsibilities of their supervisor as needed.
Uphold the rights and interests of the Authority while building and maintaining an effective relationship with employees.
Assist in the management of a workforce by ensuring the fair and consistent application and strict adherence to the rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the Authority, including the EEO, Anti-Discrimination, Anti-Harassment, and Anti-Retaliation policies.
Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.
Additional responsibilities may include a focus on one or more departments or locations.
Will oversee work crews within their jurisdiction.