About the Position: Ice Harbor Project is a multi-purpose hydropower project, with missions that include operation and maintenance of the facility for flood control, hydroelectric power generation with six main generating units, navigation locks, fish facility with two fish ladders, recreation and natural resources management. Position may be filled as a temporary promotion NTE 11 months with the option to extend up to a maximum of 5 years and may be made permanent without further competition.

Duties

Serves as a journey level painter at a power project. Working individually and as a member of a crew, paints such project facilities and equipment as switchboards, oil storage tanks (inside and outside), piping, generation equipment, air compressors, transformers, steel powerhouse superstructure, etc Prepares the surface to be covered by wiping, washing, sandpapering, wire brushing, scraping, flame cleaning or sandblasting. Applies pre-mixed paints, varnishes, lacquers, primers, enamels, synthetic enamels, coal tar enamels, bitumastic and other protective coatings. Mixes colors so that new work will dry to match existing work. Erects own scaffolding and staging to work from. Works in hazardous locations from boatswain's chairs, long ladders and scaffolds. May work in deep shafts, high on steel structures, on roof girders, hanging over water, inside oil tanks, on building roofs on water towers and in other such locations. Inspects and maintains his/her own safety equipment. Must comply with hazardous materials and waste handling procedures. May assist other crews as needed.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Pre-employment Physical Required.
• Valid State Driver's License Required.
• This position requires Heavy Lifting of up to 45lbs.

Qualifications

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 EmployeesDomestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference 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 a(n) PAINTER without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common duties of a Painter. I am able to prepare and paint a variety of surfaces using spray guns, brushes, rollers and abrasive sandblasting equipment in a commercial building or industrial plant. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - 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 SupervisionAbility to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc.Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentDexterity and SafetyKnowledge of MaterialsPaintingTechnical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work performed requires physical endurance to work on ladders or in cramped, poorly accessible sites for prolonged periods of time. Lifts and carries equipment and supplies frequently up to, and occasionally over, 45 pounds. Good vision is required. Work requires prolonged standing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, twisting, pulling, pushing, and kneeling. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed both inside and outside for the powerhouse and other project structures. Is exposed to noise, extremes of heat and cold, confined spaces, height, inclement weather, dust, paint spatter, and harmful fumes from chemicals in paints and solvents. There is also exposure to hazards such as eye injuries while chipping off old paint and rust. Irritation of eyes, skin and respiratory tract may result from sandblasting, spray painting, sanding and dusting surfaces. Workers are subject to falls when working on ladders, structures and scaffolds. During application of spray paint or while sandblasting, or when working in areas where this equipment is being used by others, a respirator will be worn. Must wear appropriate safety equipment and protective clothing, and successfully complete and maintain all occupational health requirements.

Contacts

• Address RH-W2SJ03 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-WALLA WALLA DO NOT MAIL Walla Walla, WA 99362 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk