Department of Homeland Security

Painter

Glen Burnie, Maryland Full time

Painter

Department: Department of Homeland Security

Location(s): Glen Burnie, Maryland

Salary Range: $31.1 - $36.42 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, US Coast Guard, YARD Industrial Department, Services Group in Baltimore, MD.

Major Duties:

  • You will perform all kinds of skilled journeyman painting tasks involved in the construction, repair, maintenance, overhaul and conversion of a wide variety of types and sizes of marine craft and vessels and in the connection with miscellaneous manufacturing projects performed at the Yard. Being a civilian working for the Coast Guard makes you a valuable team member. Typical duties include: Preparing metal surfaces for painting by removing grease, old paint, rust, scale, etc., as necessary. Cleaning and smoothing surfaces with sandpaper, emery cloth and wire brushes. Preparing wood or plaster surfaces for painting by removing old paint, filling cracks and holes, sanding, and applying fillers and base coats. Mixing paints and other surfacing materials. Preparing putty and other patching or filling materials. Painting surfaces with various types of paint, varnish, shellac, latex, epoxy paints, lacquer, and enamel, employing brushes, spray painting equipment, or paint rolling equipment. Setting up and operating spray painting equipment. Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position.

Qualifications: Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than the length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope, and quality of all experience and training, regardless of where or how acquired. Applicants will be rated and ranked based on their knowledge of the following job elements: 1. Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision 2. Practices in Construction, Structure 3. Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) 4. Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (other than blueprints) 5. Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment 6. Knowledge of materials 7. Dexterity and safety National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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; religious; 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.

How to Apply: Only resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Applicants with resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. To begin your online application, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account and follow the prompts or log in to your existing account. Your application packet must include a resume and any applicable and or required supporting documentation. Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional information. We encourage you to apply online. Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. The address below is for inquiries only. You may apply more than once, but the most recent application is the only one that will be used. You must submit your resume, any applicable assessments, and any supporting documents by 11:59 PM eastern standard time on 12/15/2025. It is your responsibility to verify that any information entered or uploaded is received and is accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Determining your eligibility and qualifications is dependent on the supporting documentation and information provided, which may impact your referral for further consideration. If a document is not legible, you will not be able to view it in your application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. If claiming eligibility under the VOW Act: The VOW Act requires Federal agencies to treat active-duty service member as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligibles, when they submit, at the time they apply for a Federal job, a "certification" of active service in lieu of a DD214. In order to be considered under the VOW Act, the certification must specify that the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application package for this job announcement. The certification must be on letterhead from the appropriate military branch and include the following information: military dates of service and expected discharge or release date, character of service, military rank, type of discharge, and date when terminal leave will begin. Certifications must be signed by, or by direction of military members' military personnel offices, unit commanders or higher headquarters. Agencies are required to verify a qualifying separation from military service prior to appointment, through the DD214 or other appropriate documentation. Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Shanae Robinson at Shanae.Y.Robinson1@uscg.mil to obtain an alternative application.

Application Deadline: 2025-12-15