Painter

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
SCA

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Commercial Painting, Hand Tools, Painting Techniques
Certifications:
None
Experience:
1 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:


Painter, Maintenance

The painter/lagger is responsible for the correct and total application of power tool cleaning, brush and roll painting, striping, paint mixing, assisting and mechanics with other basic marine preservation duties.

The painter/lagger installs insulating material to shipboard equipment and components, bulkheads, ventilation ducting, piping and overhead of ship structure.

Wires pre-formed fiberglass and calcium silicate pipe covering.

Trowels mastic or cement on fiberglass cloth.

Fits thermos-block insulation to boiler drums, evaporators and steam turbines.

Wires insulation on machinery and provides wire netting for retention and covers.

Measures sizes and fabricates portable pads using heavy cloth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES Brush and roll painting for various applications Applying the Stripe Coat for paint applications Assisting with Rigging and containment Understanding the Equipment operation (Various) Have experience with marine preparation and coatings application.

Must have reliable record of attendance and punctuality and be available for overtime as required. Regular, reliable onsite attendance is an essential function of this job.

Must be able to physically transit all areas of the facility and the drydock.

Must be able to spend up to 90% of time in an outdoor shipyard environment in all climates.

Regularly required to sit, stand, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects or controls, and to talk and hear.

Must have good eye/hand coordination.

Must be familiar with working in a naval-ship-work-environment and be able to go aboard marine vessels and the drydock, climb ladders, work in tanks and confined spaces, and wear personal protective equipment.

Must be able to access all work locations, including government and private shipyards and/or vessels.

HS Diploma/GED required; 1+ years of experience


SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of ship repair processes and procedures preferred.

Must be able to obtain OSHA10 Hour Safety Certification.

1+ years experience working for a marine coating company performing marine preparation and coatings application (or equivalent U.S. Navy training and experience) is preferred.

Must be able to gain access to government facilities Must be willing to travel and work away from the home office for periods of time Must have reliable transportation Must be able to lift 50 pounds Must be able to work aboard vessels, climb ladders, and work in tanks and confined spaces Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including a respirator Successfully demonstrated knowledge of shipyard policies and procedures.

Must be able to climb vertical ladders and scaffolding, and work at heights.

Must be physically able to commute to various areas of shipyard.

Must be a US Citizen

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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The likely hourly rate for this position is between $23.30 - $29.90. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
25-50%

T elecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Norfolk

Additional Work Locations:


Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identify Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About our Work:
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