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Veterans Health Administration

Painter Leader

Department of Veterans Affairs · Columbia, South Carolina

Salary
$32.59 - $38.02 per hour
Pay grade
WL-9
Schedule
Full-time
Appointment
Permanent
Opened
Nov 4, 2026
Closes
Nov 13, 2026
Remote
No
Telework eligible
No
Openings
1
Security clearance
Not Required
Promotion potential
None
Announcement
CBTB-13106752-27-EC

Who may apply: Open to the public

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Summary

The incumbent, will be assigned as a painter work leader at Dorn VA Medical Center works in the General Support Shop. Supervisory Controls: Incumbent reports directly to the Supervisory Maintenance Mechanic. Second level supervision is performed by the Maintenance Control Manager. This position performs a full range of journeyman painter duties as outlined in the Major Duties section.

Duties

  • Major duties of the position include: Leads and work along with 6 other Painter WG-4102-09 workers to set the pace, prepares area for painting or hanging by removing and/or protecting furnishings; installing drop cloths, masking tape, furniture covers, etc.; levels surfaces using synthetic resins, plastics, and/or other patching compounds; prepares drywall for painting or paper hanging by patching and skim coating. He/she will see to it that all materials, tools and supplies are obtained and the paint properly mixed to perform the job. They will pass on to others the instructions received from supervisors and getting the work started. Incumbent mixes coating materials to the desired color, texture, and uniformity by tinting, toning, matching, blending and mixing in various additives. The incumbent will pass along the proper instructions and training for the WG painters to become successful in matching finishes by using different technics, equipment and computer aided machines. The incumbent will see to it that there is enough work to keep everyone in the work crew busy, and check on the progress of assigned work. He/she obtains needed information on decisions from the supervisor and relays the decisions to the affected personnel on problems or questions to facilitate the effective accomplishments of the work assignments. Incumbent will communicate with other shops to see that needed tools and materials are available and tasks requiring coordination are being completed in accordance with the supervisor's instructions. Train and manage the spec-analysis machine and the tint dispense machine in the paint shop along with making sure paint and painting supplies are being ordered. Perform inspections and make recommendations as a painter subject matter expert. Incumbent assures that safety and housekeeping rules are followed always. Reporting to supervisors on the status and progress of work, and causes of work delays. Maintains a current knowledge, answers questions of other workers on procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives and technical orders. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Painter Leader/PD017690 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Lead or Supervise Construction, Structure Dexterity and Safety Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Materials Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

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