About Science and Technology Corporation (STC):
Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) delivers an extensive range of award-winning advanced scientific, engineering, and technical support services to the U.S. Government and Industry customers. Our proven expertise and experience span scientific research, development, test and evaluation in areas such as earth and atmospheric sciences, engineering, data science and software engineering. Will you join our world-class team?
- Employment Category: Full-time/Non-exempt
- Location: Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD
- Travel: None
- Security Clearance: Secret
- Citizenship: US
- Salary: $43.93 $9.90
The Candidate shall primarily provide support to ATC at Aberdeen Proving Ground for the paint removal, painting and signage services. Support in this area will include numerous tasks which are dissimilar in nature, but have in common prepping for coating and applying finish coatings to metallic and non-metallic material or components per blueprints in accordance with assigned specifications.
- Paint shop personnel shall perform inspections, assist in painting, provide estimates, and determine the steps and materials required to complete the project using standard trade practices.
- The candidate shall coat surfaces or motor vehicles such as military vehicles and equipment, automobiles, buses and trucks with paint, varnish, lacquer, shellac, epoxy, resin, Teflon or other material on wood, metal, glass, synthetics, concrete and other surfaces using brushes, rollers, spray guns and other devices.
- Prepping surfaces for coating and powder coating using blasting and sanding to remove corrosion and other contaminants.
- Remove old paint from vehicle, using liquid paint remover and scraper. Smooth surface with sandpaper and steel wool.
- Roughen aluminum surfaces with acid solution and steel wool to ensure the paint adheres to surfaces.
- Mask and cover portions of surfaces not to be painted. Paint vehicle or specified portion of vehicle.
- May paint insignia’s, letters and numerals on vehicle surface, using stencils.
- Determine layout, balance, spacing and colors, and identify and correct defects before release.
- Painter duties require the operation of Government vehicles and Materials Handling Equipment (MHE).
- Candidate will perform all essential duties and responsibilities at the direction of the site Program Manager and Paint Leader, as appropriate.
The Employee shall be required to comply with Shop policy concerning regular Work area cleanliness and weekly cleanups to include emptying trash from office/shop trash can to dumpsters and providing snow and ice removal from sidewalk at Government shared facilities in and around Building 525. Care for and control of all tools issued for use in support of the contract, ensuing they are maintained in serviceable condition, used properly, identify for replacement when necessary, and controlled against unauthorized use, loss or theft.
The Employee will report all time worked accurately and in accordance with contract requirements and company policy.
Candidate shall have two years minimum experience or completion of formal training in lead paint abatement.
- Experience with operating a computerize sign making machine to produce sings, logos, insignia, badges and plaques.
- Experience in painting with pneumatic spray equipment, paint preparation, gel coating, and automotive base and clear coating.
- Proficient in using Empire sandblasting systems, Wagner painting systems, polyurethane and epoxy paint.
- Proficient in using gravity-fed and low-pressure paint equipment.
- Experienced in media blasting, glass beading and specialized taping and prep work.
- Must possess or be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a vehicle in the state of Maryland.
- Must be capable of operating communication equipment and computer.
- High school diploma.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Long periods of standing and bending.
- Some lifting up to 75 pounds required.
- Within the work environment there may be potential for exposure to: loud noise, radiation, depleted uranium, lasers, explosives, respiratory and other hazardous materials, therefore, all employees must:
- Follow requirements for personal protective equipment to include safety shoes, respirators, hearing and eye protection and other IPE/PPE as required.
- Submit to a urinalysis and/or in-vivo lung scan and laser eye examinations on a random basis.
- Participate in and successfully complete all government required training on an as needed basis when working in specific areas. (Radiation training, HAZCOM, depleted uranium, CPR, 1st Aid, etc.)
- Travel may be required.
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