Clarification from the agency

Eligible NAF employees are considered under Hiring Path - "Federal employees-Excepted service"

-Serves as team member as directed by Air Force directives and policies.

-Prepares various surfaces of interior and exterior components of buildings and other structures.

-Mixes, thins, blends, matches, tints, and tones coating materials used in performing maintenance on Nuclear Missile Weapons Systems, components on Launch Facility, Missile Alert Facilities and Missile Support Equipment/Vehicles.

-Apply coating materials using brushes, rollers, spray guns and other specialized methods to include metal spray(metallization) on Nuclear Missile Weapons Systems and components on Launch Facility, Missile Alert Facilities and Missile Support Equipment/Vehicles.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Shift work may be required, may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays, emergency overtime may be required.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required.
• May be required to train and/or guide lower graded employees.
• Incumbent must be qualified in the use of required weapons, as the incumbent will be required to use firearms in performing duties.
• Will wear respirators or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) as required.
• Must complete and remain proficient on all collateral training to include but not restricted to, Missile Safety, Nuclear Surety, Personnel Reliability Program, Hazardous Waste Training and all requirements for dispatching to remote missile sites.
• Will be inspected quarterly by direct observation of certified QA Evaluators on job performance and must meet the requirements for "Maintenance Evaluation Program (MEP)"and Production Inspector (Pl).
• Exposure to toxic paints, chemicals, cadmium, lead, hexavalent chromium, formaldehyde or other hazards
• Annual occupational health examinations are required.
• Must be able to Qualify with Firearms, such as shotgun training. Position requires access to firearms. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence may not occupy this position in accordance with the Gun Control Act 1968.
• Dispatch to and from LFs and MAFs is required. Remain over Night (RON) at a MAF may be required resulting from inclement weather, timelines, and safety reasons.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• PRP Position. The employee must be certified under the Nuclear Weapons Personnel Reliability Program IAW DoD Reg 5210.42. This is a PRP Controlled position.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program.
• Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• Incumbent must be qualified in the use of required weapons, as the incumbent will be required to use firearms in performing duties.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the general experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-4100 Painting and Paperhanging Group. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of accepted surface preparation and coating methods and techniques including special finishing techniques; and paints and thinning additives.
2. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
3. Knowledge of current Federal, state, local, and Air Force regulations pertaining to hazardous waste management.
4. Skill in reading and applying directions that relate to the mixture, use, and application of various kinds of coating materials, solvents, and precoating agents; and tinting, toning, matching, and blending coating materials.
5. Skill in determining the methods, techniques, devices, and materials best suited to obtain the surface condition and finish required.
6. Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.

Physical Effort
The painter prepares and coats surfaces from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms, and in situations where the surfaces to be coated are in cramped and hard-to-reach places. The work may be at extreme heights (such as ICBMs). This requires the ability to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, be strapped into swing stages, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Requires lifting, carrying and pulling equipment weighting up to 70 lbs on a regular basis. Prepares and coats surfaces from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms, and in situations where the surfaces to be coated are in cramped and hard-to-reach places. Must be able to work in confined areas exposed to heights over 90 feet (launcher closure apron walls) using safety harness and lanyards. Ability to lift, carry, and set up materials and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds. Occasionally, may be required to handle materials and equipment that weigh 70 pounds.

Working Conditions
The work is done inside and outside, with dirt, spray, and fumes usually present. The technician is sometimes required to prepare, treat, and finish surfaces outside in all types of weather. Work is done in areas where hazardous explosives, rocket engine propellant MMH, toxic vapors, Carbon Monoxide, Hydrogen, Hydrogen Sulfide, lower explosive limit, and fluids. Often extreme weather conditions with below zero temperatures, severe winds averaging 50 MPH and wind chills of -30 degrees and temperatures over 1OO degrees F. Exposure to Hantavirus (a deadly rodent spread virus), dirt, grease, and various cleaning chemicals. Will be often working with exposure to falls of 30 to 90 feet Will often work at heights up to 90 feet in confined areas (Launcher Closure abutment walls). Must comply with missile safety requirements and wear all required safety equipment with each task OSHA, Air Force, base and shop safety directives requires protective equipment and clothing such as safety shoes, safety glasses or sun glasses, gloves, rain gear, hard hats, coveralls, respirators and other protective gear are required, which are usually heavy and uncomfortable. Must comply with TWO PERSON CONCEPT in No Lone Zones at all times Frequent exposure to the possibility of cuts and bruises, may occasionally be exposed to the possibility of broken bones. Subject to expanded shifts, directed job delays/stoppages, and overnight stays.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience relates to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.