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Painter (Polyurea Operator/Inspector)

Department of the Army
Army Tank-Automotive and Armament Command (TACOM)
DIRECTORATE FOR MAINTENANCE

Summary

About the Position: About the Position: Red River Army Depot (RRAD) is located in northeast Texas, 19 miles west of Texarkana and approximately 170 miles northeast of Dallas. RRAD is near the corners of 4 states - Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. The depot's enormous maintenance mission includes the repair, rebuild, overhaul and conversion of tactical wheeled vehicles. For more information on Red River Army Depot, go to the following web site: http://www.redriver.army.mil.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$27.89 - $32.59 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Temporary promotion - 1 Year
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
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Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
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Announcement number
MCGM-26-13015239-MP
Control number
879121800

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

See "Who May Apply" in the "Qualifications" section for more information on who is eligible to apply for this position.

Duties

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  • Ensure surfaces at properly prepared for application of paint.
  • Perform inspection in conjunction with quality audits.
  • Conduct inspection for obvious damage to vehicle bodies.
  • Mix paint to required blend of color specified.
  • Paint surfaces such as vehicles, mobile equipment parts, and assemblies to ensure surfaces at protected.
  • Conduct visual inspection of vehicles for smoothness and complete coverage of paint application.
  • Interpret Technical Manuals for application parameters.

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.
  • Must obtain and maintain a Personnel Background Investigation (NACI).
  • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance for access to Depot Production Computer System.
  • Temporary promotion may be made or extended up to a maximum of five years and can be made permanent without further competition.
  • Temporary appointment may be extended in one year increments up to a maximum of three years but cannot be made permanent.
  • Time Limited Detail NTE may be made or extended at management discretion
  • Pre-employment/annual physical is required.
  • Required to handle, store, and dispose of hazardous material/waste.
  • This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment/clothing provided by the employer.
  • This position has a requirement to lift up to 40 lbs. or more in the performance of duties.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Applying on Time-Limited Assignments (ArmyTime Limited)

  • Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Applying on Time-Limited Assignments



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 Painter (Polyurea Operator/Inspector) without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common Painter (Polyurea Operator/Inspector) duties including applying coating materials to various vehicle assemblies or equipment. I can demonstrate mixing paint and how to inspect paint equipment and conduct final service preparation. I work under supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who reviews my work for completion. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

  • Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision
  • Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc.
  • Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
  • Knowledge of Materials
  • Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
  • Physical Effort: Work requires standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring/ uncomfortable positions. There is frequent use of fingers and reaching above shoulders height. Work is performed in walking, standing, kneeling positions with repeated bending occasionally. Climbing is required with use of arms and both legs. Sets up equipment that weighs up to 10 pounds, occasionally, may require heavy lifting more than 40 lbs.
  • Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and occasionally outside in hot, cold, humid, damp or chilling or dry atmosphere conditions. Exposed to constant noise, dust, fumes, smoke, gases, solvents, grease and oils, radiant and electrical energy. Works on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, around objects and on vehicles, and ladders. Works closely with others or alone. Safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves and protective clothing, and respiratory protection are required. Frequently exposed to cuts and bruises. There is a possibility of exposure to hazardous materials/waste. Incumbent is also exposed to vapor and paint fumes.

Education

Some Federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

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 Career field Installation Management position.
  • 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.
  • Position may be filled as a time-limited promotion, reassignment or change to lower grade not to exceed 1 year by a current permanent Army employee. Time-limited promotions may be extended up to a maximum of five years. Time-limited reassignments and changes to lower grade may exceed five years, however return rights may be impacted. Position may be made permanent without further competition.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

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.



You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference.

DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicants will receive preference consideration at the full-performance grade level only.

Army Tank-Automotive and Armament Command (TACOM)

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.

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.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Email
USARMY.APG.CHRA-NE.MBX.APPLICANTHELP@ARMY.MIL
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
GM-W0MCAA US ARMY TACOM RED RIVER ARMY DEPOT
DO NOT MAIL
Texarkana, TX 75507
US

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