Painter - Washington, United States - Legislative Branch

    Legislative Branch
    Legislative Branch Washington, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Summary



    The House Office Buildings, Painting Branch seeks temporary painters for the upcoming 118th Congressional Transitions. Temporary painters will begin approximately November 2022 and terminate at the conclusion of the project. Since office moves are scheduled six days a week, overtime may be required and will be mandatory. Painters use standard methods and special finishing techniques to perform coating work on furnishings and buildings.



    Duties


    These Positions are Temporary

    119th CONGRESSIONAL MOVES

    Journeyman level experience is required for the position.

    Tour of Duty:

    Day Shift: (6:30 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.)

    Evening Shift (4:00 P.M. - 12:30 A.M.)

    Night Shift (9:30 P.M. - 6:00 A.M.)

    *Shift work may change due to the Operating Needs of the Agency.

    *Office moves are scheduled 6 days a week, overtime may be required and will be mandatory

    Performs a variety of work assignments involving brush, roller and spray painting. Determines color and consistency of paint required.

    -Selects paints from plans and specifications. Mixes pigments, thinners, and oils to produce paint that will flow evenly and consistently to ensure surfaces that have a smooth-textured and decorative appearance.

    -Checks masking and preparation of surface to be painted. Applies paint, selecting the proper materials and equipment to achieve an even distribution. Applies finishes to wood, metal, equipment, in interior and exterior locations using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.

    Evaluates existing painted surfaces for damage. Alters, repairs, and maintains new and historical painted surfaces. Matches colors, shading and texture of interior finishes as required.

    Trims, sands, and smooths surfaces using hand tools, caulk, sand paper, and spackle knives.

    Follows all relevant safety rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures. Must utilize knowledge of and must comply with all OSHA safety rules and regulations to ensure that work progresses in a safe manner. Ensures the use of any required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).