Career Fair! Come join us for in person interviews, job offers will be given out on the spot. See below for details.

Wednesday, June 5th, 2024

1 p.m. — 4:30 p.m.

1801 Kitty Hawk Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Follow Signs for Entrance

What to bring:

• Valid form of I.D

• Multiple Resumes

• Engineering positions: Please bring transcripts (unofficial is acceptable for this event, but official transcripts may be required at a later date)

Starting Pay*: $25.39/hr WG-08

Type

Full Time, 1st, 2nd or 3rd Shift. This is a non-supervisory position.

Location

Naval Foundry and Propeller Center, Philadelphia Naval Business Center, Philadelphia, PA

About NFPC

The Naval Foundry and Propeller Center (NFPC) is a modern manufacturing facility that occupies a 17-acre site at the Philadelphia Navy Yard with more than 750,000 square feet of industrial and administrative floor space. NFPC employs a highly skilled and versatile workforce of engineers, trades people and support personnel who specialize in advanced engineering, castings, and precision machining.

Job Description

The Painter is responsible for performing a variety of painting duties, including preparing surfaces, mixing and matching paints, applying paint to surfaces, and ensuring a high-quality finish. The incumbent may work independently or as part of a team, following specific instructions and guidelines to complete painting projects.

See more about NFPC at our website:

https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Home/Shipyards/Norfolk/Department-Links/Naval-Foundry-and-Propeller-Center/

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ability to blast and produce a surface profile ready for coating; Ability to build up, fair, shape and level suing a variety of knifing and trowel compounds.
• Ability to identify coating materials and match tint and tone.
• Apply paint to surfaces using brushes, rollers, or spray guns, ensuring a smooth and even finish.
• Use masking tape and other protective materials to protect surfaces not to be painted.
• Ability to set up pumps and spray equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain painting equipment and tools in good working condition.
• Complete painting projects within established timeframes and budgetary constraints.

Qualifications Required for the Position

• Previous experience in painting.
• Knowledge of painting techniques, tools, and materials.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work from ladders, scaffolds and platforms, and in situations where the surfaces to be coated are in cramped and hard-to-reach places. This requires the ability to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to lift, carry, and set up materials and equipment that weigh up to 10 pounds. Occasionally, may be required to handle materials and equipment that weigh 50 pounds and over.

Security Clearance / Background Check required. Your candidacy is subject to approval and acceptance.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met.
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28.61 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Are you a US Citizen?
• How did you find this job posting? Example (BuildSubmarines.com, Indeed, NFPC Employee etc)

Work Location: In person