This position is located in the Carpenter Shop of the Maintenance and Operations Section of the Engineering Service of the New Mexico Veterans Administration Health Care System. The incumbent will works in conjunction with other painters to cover over 1 million square feed of conditioned space.

Duties

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Toning and/or mixing paints by additives considering the type of material to be painted, color and consistency, desired, the type of coat to be applied, and whether paint is to be used for interior or exterior finish. Adding thinner to obtain proper consistency, and strains before filling containers. Reading and following written instructions that relate to mixture, use and application of various coating materials, solvents and pre-coating agents. Applying paint specified such as gloss enamel, semi-gloss enamel and lacquer. Utilizing scaffolds, forklifts, man lifts rollers, drop cloths, putty knives, broad knives, mudding trowels, scrappers, sandpaper, step ladders, extension ladders, and striping machines. Advising others on the selection and use of appropriate materials to meet job requirements and technical specifications. Following established rules, regulations, and policy in handling and maintaining painting and prepping equipment. Complying with all OSHA safety rules and regulations to ensure that work progresses in a safe manner. Work Schedule: M-F 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Position Description Title/PD#: Painter/PD50263A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 01/30/2024. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal SupervisionDexterity and SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)MaterialsTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Effort: The painters prepare and coat surfaces from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms where the surfaces to coated are in cramped an hard to reach places. This requires them to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. The painters frequently lift, carry, and set up materials and equipment that weigh up to 10 pounds. Occasionally, they may handle materials and equipment that weigh 40 pounds and over. Working Conditions: The work is done inside and outside, and dirt, spray, and fumes are usually present. The painters are sometimes required to prepare and coat surfaces outside in bad weather. Occasionally, they may be required to wear protective equipment and clothing that are sometimes heavy and uncomfortable. The painters are frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and bruises. They may occasionally be exposed to the possibility of broken bones.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Raymond G Murphy Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 1501 San Pedro Drive, Southeast Albuquerque, NM 87108 US
• Name: Francisco Olmedo
• Phone: (562) 256-2012
• Email: [email protected]