Painter

Summary

The position is organizationally under the Engineering Service at the James Mountain Inhofe VA Medical Center, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The purpose of the position is to perform as a Painter applying coating materials on wood, metal, glass, synthetic, concrete, and other surfaces for redecorating offices, wards, corridors, dining halls. living quarters, and outsourced buildings. This incumbent of the position reports to the Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor and the Facility Manager Engineering Service.

Duties

Major duties include but are not limited to: The purpose of the position is to perform as a Painter applying coating materials on wood, metal, glass, synthetic, concrete. and other surfaces. The incumbent obtains fine agents, and mixes and applies pre-coating materials by thinning, toning, matching, blending, stirring and/or mixing coating materials. Determines, selects, and applies plaster materials/finishes (e.g. base, second coats, etc.), and insures proper materials are used to complete job requirements. The painter applies varied coating materials (e.g., paint, varnish, lacquer, shellac, resins, diverse structures, fittings, furnishings, items and/or surfaces (e.g.. wood, metal, glass. concrete, plaster. brick, etc.). Knowledge of plastering trade practices, methods. and techniques, Skill and ability to match, tint, tone and/or blend coating materials. Constructs molded plaster cornices and plaster, panels, trims, and attaches to walls. Work assignments are mode through work orders, trouble/service calls or maintenance schedules accomplished by rough sketches, building plans, engineering drawings/specifications, blueprints, other technical information or regulatory codes. When making signs, posters, displays for interior/exterior use the painter will use varied freehand and mechanical lettering graphic art techniques (this includes building and reflective traffic signs). The incumbent must have knowledge of standard surface preparation, coating methods, and techniques. Work is subject to spot checks during progress and/or upon completion for compliance with instructions or safety checks. The incumbent is expected to ensure surfaces are fully coated, protected, drip/run free, smooth or decoratively textured (i.e. lines, curves, patterns, etc..), and meets surface protection, color, texture, decorativeness, thickness and/or level requirements. Ability to read and follow directions that explain, for example, how to apply and use prepared solvents, thinner and stir coating materials. The incumbent is responsible for the use and safe keeping of tools, materials and equipment. Ability and skill in the use of tools and equipment of the trade such as scrapers, wire brushes, putty knives, sanders. paintbrushes. rollers, and spray guns. Occasionally, they may be required to handle materials and equipment that weigh 40 pounds or more. The incumbent removes debris and keeps work area clean and safe. Ability to remove scale, rust, dirt, and old paint from surfaces so that coating and pre-coating agent properly adheres. Skill in applying coating materials so surfaces are free from skips, runs, and/or drips. Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Painter/PD11728A Physical Requirements: Work requires continual movement of hands and arms, standing, reaching, bending, stooping, crawling, negotiating confined spaces, as well as frequent Iifting, carrying, and setting up materials and equipment that weigh up to 10 pounds. Occasionally, they may be required to handle materials and equipment that weigh 40 pounds or more. The painter prepares 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. Work Conditions: The work is done inside and outside, and dirt, spray, and fumes are usually present. The employee sometimes works outside in extreme weather conditions (i .e. snow, ice, wind, etc.). Occasionally, the employee may be required to wear protective equipment and clothing that are sometimes heavy and uncomfortable. The painter is frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and bruises and the possibility to broken bones.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Services Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. 5 CFR 330.502 - General restriction on movement after competitive appointment. Cannot move for the first 90 days after hire. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications and evaluation

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received.

Education

There is no education substitution at this grade level.

How to apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/14/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13027712. 1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. 2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center. Beginning September 27, 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan. Resumes longer than two pages will result in ineligibility for further consideration for the position. USAJOBS will not allow you to upload or build resumes longer than two pages, and you will need to update the resumes in your profile before applying for a job. Resumes should include information relevant to the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies of the position to which you are applying. VA is unable to make assumptions about qualifications if not clearly listed. Resumes must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications and other position requirements listed in the job announcement. If initial application submission is updated and resubmitted with a new resume, only the most current resume will be reviewed for consideration. Your resume must be 5MB or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages. We also accept GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, TXT, PDF, ODT or Word (DOC or DOCX). We do not accept PDF portfolio files. We recommend using a sans-serif font size like Lato, if available. Other widely available options are Calibri, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, Open San Source Sans Pro, Roboto or Noro Sans. Make your page margins 0.5 inches. Consider using 14-point size font for titles and 10-point for the main text in your resume. The resume builder can help you create a resume using these recommendations and uses the information in your USAJOBS profile to help you get started. Helpful Hints for Creating a Two-Page Resume: Prioritize most relevant and recent experience Use concise, results focused language Align language from the job announcement Focus on demonstrating skills and competencies Remove outdated or unrelated experience Use the USAJOBS resume builder Additional guidance on this new requirement and resume building tools can be found at: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/ To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Required documents

Documents Required: Resume RESUME REMINDER Your resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Documents Accepted: DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (VA) Other (1) Professional Certification Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-15 SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Transcript Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application. Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted. Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position. Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.

Additional information

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/. Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.