Painter
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Hill Air Force Base, UT - USA
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Job Summary
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The primary purpose of this position PAINTER WGis to perform full-range painting blasting and surface prep on F-16 A-10 and C-130 aircraft and parts. Apply specialty coatings to exact thicknesses on metal/composite substrates to prevent corrosion and meet critical weight balance and electrical specs.
- Apply complex coatings and materials. Identify and mix a various array of special coating materials ranging from low infrared reflective (L/O) elastomeric corrosion inhibitor epoxy fluid resistant fuel cell paints and other polyurethane coatings ranging from flat to high gloss.
- Apply Low Observable Coatings and other materials using brushes rollers spray guns stencils and other means of application.
- Use and maintain manual and electronic tools and equipment.
- Prepare various surfaces of interior and exterior components by mechanically and chemically removing old paint and rust filling cracks sanding and applying fillers and base coats.
- Apply a thorough knowledge of established procedures and technical requirements to prepare a wide variety of parts materials and/or components for blasting stripping or cleaning.
- Utilize safety practices and procedures follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean as you go environment.
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service see
- This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
- This position may require travel.
- This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
- Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
- Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
- Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
- Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- Shift work may be required.
- May be required to work other than normal duty hours which may include evenings weekends and/or holidays.
- May be required to train and/or guide lower graded employees.
- Must meet the requirements for Production Acceptance Certification (PAC) Program.
- Exposure to toxic paints chemicals or other hazards may require occupational health examinations.
- May be required to assist other workers in various crafts.
- Emergency overtime may be required.
- A pre-employment physical examination will be required.
In order to qualify you must meet the quality level of 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 Family. 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 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:
- Practices in Construction Structure
- Technical Practices (theoretical precise artistic)
- Ability to Interpret Instructions Specifications etc. (other than blueprint reading)
- Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
- Knowledge of Materials
- Dexterity and Safety
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.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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. This requires the ability to stand stoop bend kneel climb be strapped into swing stages and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Ability to lift carry and set up materials and equipment that weigh up to 25 pounds. Occasionally may be required to handle materials and equipment that weighs over 25 pounds with mechanical or human assistance.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is done inside with spray and fumes and dust are usually present. The painter/blaster is required to prepare treat and finish surfaces. Work areas are not heated/air-conditioned and temperatures fluctuate. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required and supplied: sometimes PPE can be heavy and uncomfortable. Subject to intermittent dust and fumes. Subject to contact with solvents (degreasing agents) grease and oils. Works in shop areas around electrical energy slippery or uneven walking surfaces and moving objects or vehicles. Works using ladders scaffolding and various AGE equipment. Subject to vibration from handheld sanding equipment. Works closely with others. Must wear protective equipment including coveralls gloves eye and ear protection and a respirator.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Hill Air Force Base provides worldwide engineering and logistics management for the F-16 Fighting Falcon A-10 Thunderbolt II and the Minuteman III ICBM and performs depot maintenance of the F-16 A-10 and C-130 Hercules aircraft. The base is located between Ogden and Salt Lake City. The area is known for year round activities including skiing hiking boating extreme sports fishing and hunting with four distinct seasons low humidity and moderate snow fall in the valley.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice your most recent performance rating and your most recent SF-50 noting position grade level and duty location.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants if determined best qualified must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4 Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4 Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants if determined well qualified and selected will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4 select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016 who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information click here.
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