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Painting Worker

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command
Tobyhanna Army Depot
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Summary

The Army values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, cultures and skills, which connects employees to organizations that are committed to building an inclusive work environment where they can contribute to their fullest potential.

About the Position: Position may be filled as a temporary promotion or detail NTE 1 year by a current permanent Army Employee. Temporary promotions or details may be extended up to a maximum of five years and may be made permanent without further competition.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
09/05/2023 to 09/28/2023
Salary
$23.61 to - $27.53 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 7
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Tobyhanna, PA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
50% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position both CONUS and OCONUS.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Temporary promotion - Not to Exceed 1 year, may be extended up to five years.
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
NEAI235666000133
Control number
746132200

Duties

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  • Prepare surfaces for paint by removing paint, rust, or surface imperfections by hand sanding, scraping, or using a wire brush.
  • Use painting techniques such as cutting in edges with a paint brush.
  • Use painting techniques such as cutting in edges with a paint brush.
  • Select tools, determine methods and techniques to use, and paint according to directions.
  • Perform visual inspection to ensure that coating finish meets surface protection requirements.
  • Ensure the proper adjustment of ladders and scaffolding to safely and effectively complete tasks.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
  • Obtain and Government Credit Card.
  • Obtain a U.S. Passport.
  • Shift work and overtime may be required on short notice to include nights, holidays and weekends.
  • 50% business travel both CONUS and OCONUS.
  • Employee will be required to take mandatory annual HAZMAT training.
  • Must enroll in Tobyhanna Army Depot’s Respiratory protection program.
  • Successfully complete and pass pre-employment and annual physicals.
  • Must enroll in the Star4D training for blasters and/or painters.

Qualifications

Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.


  • Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible





Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Painting Worker without more than normal supervision by performing common Painting Worker tasks to include preparing surfaces for paint by removing paint, rust, and surface imperfections by hand sanding, using a wire brush, spackling, or applying putty and by following a standard of work to ensure desired painting work end of product is achieved. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

To meet the basic eligibility, you must receive at least two points on the screen-out element indicated above and must have an average of two points on all the job elements listed below. Your application will be further evaluated to determine if you meet the BEST QUALIFIED cut-off for referral to the selecting official.



  • Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision
  • Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading)
  • Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
  • Dexterity and Safety
  • Knowledge of Materials
  • Practices in Construction, Structure
  • Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
  • Physical Efforts: Position requires preparing and coating surfaces from ladders, scaffolds, platforms, paint booths, and where the surfaces to be coated are in cramped and hard to reach places. This requires the incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Worker frequently lifts, carries, and sets up materials and equipment that weigh up to 10 pounds. Occasionally, incumbent may handle materials and equipment that weigh 40 pounds and over.
  • Working Conditions: Work is normally performed inside well-lit, heated and ventilated shop areas. Worker is sometimes required to prepare and cost surfaces outside in bad weather. Worker is frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruises, nise dust, and fumes. Worker is required to wear safety equipment and apparel appropriate to the position.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • This is a(n) CP 29 - Installation Management position.
  • You may claim military spouse preference (MSP).
  • If a MSP applicant is determined best qualified and selected, placement must be at the full performance level for priority consideration.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

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