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.

Duties

Assure proper maintenance of brushes and equipment. Prepare surfaces, mixes paint, applies prime, intermediate and finish coats with brush, roller, or spray gun. Follow written and oral instructions to accomplish painting assignments. Paint a variety of surfaces such as interior and exterior of buildings, mobile and stationary equipment, fittings, furnishings, machinery, and other surfaces, where appearance as well as surface protection are important. Use gloss, semi-gloss, and special paints, enamels, varnishes, stains, lacquers, and shellacs. Match, tint, tone, and blend coating materials to desired color. Determine protective gear to be worn for assignments to comply with safety precautions and regulations.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• Business travel up to 50% of the time both CONUS and OCONUS.
• Successfully complete and pass pre-employment and annual physicals.
• Shift work and overtime may be required on short notice to include nights, holidays and weekends.
• Obtain and maintain a government credit card for business travel.
• Obtain and maintain an official government passport.

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 EmployeesPriority 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 PAINTER without more than normal supervision and to perform common Painter 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 following a standard of work to ensure desired end 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 (Screen-out Element)Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc.Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentDexterity and SafetyKnowledge of MaterialsPractices in Construction, StructureTechnical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Physical Efforts: Work requires continuous movement of hands and arms, reaching, bending, and lifting materials up to 10 pounds. The painter may be required to coat surfaces in cramped and hard to reach places. Required to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Occasionally, may handle materials and equipment that weigh 40 pounds or more. Working Conditions: Work is normally performed inside well-lighted, heated and ventilated shop areas. Some outside work is required. Subject to noise, dust, and fumes. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and bruises. Painter may be required to wear safety devices and clothing such as aprons, respirator, gloves, and safety glasses.

Contacts

• Address AI-APF-W0MLAA TOBYHANNA ARMY DEPOT DO NOT MAIL Tobyhanna, PA 18466 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk