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United States Fleet Forces Command

PAINTER LEADER

Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth, Virginia, United States

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
26 Sept 2026

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Summary

You will serve as a PAINTER LEADER in the Preservation Shop (Code 970), Production Resources Department Manager (Code 901), Production Resources Department (Code 900) of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.

Duties

  • You will plan, organize, coordinate, ad implement numerous quality-related issues and elements as they relate to the requirements and documentation of critical coated areas.
  • You will set up and use spray pumps and equipment such as conventional, airless, air assisted airless, high volume low pressure, electrostatic, electrostatic powder, and plasma powder application.
  • You will blast and produce a surface profile ready for coating.
  • You will utilize and navigate management programs such as Sup Desk, ATAMS, WEBAIM.

Qualifications

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE Plans and execute work assignments autonomously with minimal technical supervision while exercising initiative. Direct, coordinate, and evaluate subordinates objectively while rendering sound administrative and operational decisions. Select correct materials based on properties, treatments, and specifications for specific occupational applications. Exhibit professional interest and aptitude to master new technical skills and advance within the occupational series. Demonstrate consistent performance, accountability, and adherence to standards based on a verified background history. Cooperate effectively across organizational boundaries and trades to accomplish mission goals safely. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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.

Original posting on United States Fleet Forces Command's site ↗

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