PAINTER

Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Description

Basic Function

Under moderate supervision, applies paint and related materials to buildings, equipment, and asphalt and concrete surfaces.
Recruitment Timelines : Multiple choice exams are projected to be scheduled for the week of June 1, 2025; Performance Exams the week of TBD, and interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of TBD . These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.

Examples of Duties

• Preps and paints interiors and exteriors of buildings with brushes, rollers, and spray guns
• Fills, patches, and plasters holes and cracks in walls prior to painting
• Grinds, sands, preps and cleans surfaces to be painted, when necessary
• Moves and/or covers furniture and electronic equipment
• Masks fixtures, light fixtures, ceilings, doors, door jambs, glass, and metal to protect from excess paint and paint splatter
• Covers flooring to protect from paint splatter
• Paints lines and stencils numbers, letters, and other symbols on asphalt and concrete surfaces
• Uses sprayers, line stripers, and other industrial painting equipment
• Removes and installs thermoplastic using a flame emitting device
• Matches paint colors and types
• Visually assess painting needs and reports them to Lead Painter or Supervisor orally and in writing
• Cleans and maintains equipment and supplies
• Paints furniture and other related equipment
• Drives a maintenance vehicle to work locations at various Metro facilities
• Drives a maintenance vehicle while pulling a fully loaded trailer
• Works at heights using scissor lifts, knuckle booms, and other lift equipment
• Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out

Minimum Qualifications

• 4 years' experience as an industrial painter OR successful completion of departmental Personnel Qualification Standards for Painter
• Up to 2 years' full-time training or education in painting at a recognized trade school or apprenticeship program may be substituted for equivalent experience
• Valid California Class C driver's license

Essential Knowledge

Knowledge

• Methods, materials, equipment, and safety procedures of the painting trade
• Proper work preparation and care of industrial painting equipment and apparatus
• Vehicle operations and safety

Abilites

• Determine painting needs and methods to meet them
• Read and implement painting blueprints
• Use various industrial painting equipment and apparatus
• Match paint colors and types
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Work at heights up to 40 feet
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 75 pounds
• Travel to offsite locations within a reasonable timeframe
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Special Conditions

• Must provide own tools of the trade
• Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required

ASB

Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program . Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.

Selection Procedure

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Application Procedure

To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations:

METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)

Metro Talent Hub
8501 S. Evermont Place
Los Angeles, CA 90044
Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)

East Los Angeles Customer Center
4501 B Whittier Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90022
Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm
(Closed Sun & Mon)

Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center
3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)

Rosa Parks Customer Center
Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station
11720 Wilmington Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90059
Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm
(Closed Sat & Sun)

Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.

All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.

*Open to the public and all Metro employees

This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.

LACMTA BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Group Life Insurance
• Holidays
• Sick time
• Vacation time
• Pension plan
• Social Security coverage
• Transportation passes
• Credit union
• Tuition assistance
• Deferred Compensation 401 (k)
• Thrift plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Jury duty
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Closing Date/Time: 5/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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• Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority - LA Metro

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