Painter

Clarification from the agency

This position is open to all United States Citizens and Nationals. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement.

This position is located in the Facilities Management staff at the National Gallery of Art. The incumbent functions as a Painter who employs skilled techniques in the preparation of a variety of surfaces and in the application of coating materials to obtain a desired result. 

Duties for this position include:

•  Paints both interior and exterior surfaces such as offices, corridors, stairwells, floors, hallways, cabinets, bookcases, walls, windows, gutters, and cornices.  Surfaces may be wood, metal, glass, fiber, concrete, or plastic and may require one or more of a variety of coating materials such as paint, shellac, varnish, enamel, lacquer, stain, bonding agents, pre-coating material, epoxy resin or other special application. 
•  Prepares surfaces for new coating materials and removes the old finish, if neccessary, by sanding, scraping, brushing, or by using steel wool, paint remover or burning.  Builds up, shapes and levels surface with plastics, patching compounds, synthetic resins and by applying pre-coating agents such as alkali compounds. 
• Prepares coating materials by tinting, toning, matching, blending and mixing various additives to achieve the desired colors/tones/shades. Applies the coating material using accepted trade practices and techniques and ensures that the finish meets the desired requirements for match, texture, thickness and decoration.    

Conditions of employment

• You must be a United States Citizen.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation.
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Direct Deposit: Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
• Must be able to lift over 40 pounds.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: 

• Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT) 
• Technical Practices 
• Knowledge of Materials 

If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.

Investigation of Fitness

A character investigation may be conducted on applicants selected for employment. The purpose of such an investigation is to secure evidence of the candidate's honesty, integrity, general character, and loyalty to the U.S. Government. Such investigations will be conducted under the security requirements of the hiring agency.

Specialized Experience Statement: Candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent in responsibility to the WG-08 level in the Federal service or private sector.

Experience in performing a full range of journeyman-level painting and finishing work on interior and exterior surfaces, including walls, ceilings, floors, equipment, and structural components; 

Experience in preparing surfaces by cleaning, sanding, scraping, patching, caulking, and applying primers and sealers to ensure proper adhesion and durability;

Experience operating and maintaining painting tools and equipment; AND

Experience following all applicable safety procedures, including proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials (e.g., led-based paint, solvents, and coatings). 

OPM Qualifications Standard: Federal Wage System Qualifications

You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your resume will be used to evaluate your experience, education, and/or training that address the competencies below: 

Painting: Knowledge of materials, methods, and appropriate tools to apply paint and other protective coating materials on drywall, wood, metal, glass, and other surfaces.

Category Rating: Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of the three quality categories: The quality categories are defined as: Qualified (70-79.99), Well Qualified (80-89.99), or Best Qualified (90-100)  

Qualified Category = Does not exceed the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement.

Well Qualified Category = Meets the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and demonstrates proficiency in the Critical Competencies defined below. (This category must be met to be considered under ICTAP procedures)

Best Qualified Category = Meets the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and excels in the Critical Competencies defined below. The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position.

Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.

The Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points or apply the "rule of many," but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent or higher will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).

Note: Applicants who are referred to the hiring office for selection consideration may be required to submit writing and/or work samples as part of the interview/selection process. If the hiring office decides to request a writing and/or work sample as part of its selection process, the vacancy contact will reach out to you by email to: (1) inform you of this requirement; and (2) provide further instructions.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume (no more than 2 pages) showing the applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed to include pay plan, series, and grade level for relevant federal experience. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications.
   
   

• Do not include the following types of information in your resume:
  
  
  • Classified or government sensitive information
  
  
  • Social Security Number (SSN)
  
  
  • Photos of yourself
  
  
  • Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
  
  
  • Encrypted and digitally signed documents

2. Other supporting documents:
   
   
   • Cover Letter, optional
   
   
   • Most recent Performance Appraisal, optional
   
   
   • Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.) If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
     If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference click here.

Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. 

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