The position is located in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), at the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) in Engineering Service. The primary purpose of the of the incumbent works in conjunction with one other painter to cover over 1 million square feet of conditioned space.

Duties

Duties of this position include but not limited to: Determine the methods, techniques, devices and materials that are best suited to the surface finish required and/or a finish that must meet specified thickness and levels. Prepare surfaces by methods such as smoothing, filling, shaping, and leveling with metal and synthetic resins, and mixing and apply pre-coating agents. Prepare coating materials with any of the accepted trade devices including those designed to give special effects such as brushes, rollers, spray guns and graining devices. Ensure that the coating finish meets/match texture, decorative, thickness and level requirements. Work assignments that come from the electronic work order system, assignments from supervisor, or emergent situations as reported by medical center staff. Construct, alter, maintain, and repair buildings, structures, partitions, panels, using wood, wood substitutes, and composite building materials. Knowledge of construction and repair techniques; the type, grade, and working characteristics of wood and wood substitute materials such as strengths and applications, and skill and accuracy in the operation of hand and power tools and equipment. Remove damaged portions of walls, partitions, or other similar structures in preparation for repair of damage. Tear out portions of walls for the installation of doors or windows. In mixing mortar, must ensure that the proper proportions of sand, lime, cement, and water are used to obtain desired consistency. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Position Description Title/PD#: Painter/PD12525A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/12/2024. 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)MaterialsPractices in Construction, StructureTechnical 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 Requirements/Working Conditions: The painters prepare and coat surfaces from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms, and where the surfaces to be coated are in cramped and 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 weighs up to 10 pounds. Occasionally, they may handle materials and equipment that weighs 40 pounds and over. 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 is 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 Tucson VA Medical Center 3601 South Sixth Avenue Tucson, AZ 85723 US
• Name: Jessica Burns
• Phone: 253-583-2546
• Email: [email protected]