PAINTER SUPERVISOR I
What you'd do
You will serve as a PAINTER SUPERVISOR I in the Preservation Shop (Code 970), Production Resources Department Manager (Code 901), Production Resources Department (Code 900) of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.
Major duties
You will exercise technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers in accomplishing trade and labor work. You will plan sequence of operations for groups of employees supervised. You will interpret blueprints accompanying job orders, requisitions tools, materials and equipment as needed. You will resolve working problems and take necessary corrective actions to overcome such delays as bottlenecks, equipment breakdown, material shortages. You will inspect work in progress and upon completion to assure efficiency, economy and safety of operations. You will train subordinates in work methods and procedures, proper use of tools and equipment, and safe work practices.
What you need to qualify
Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE Planning, prioritizing and coordinating work involving multiple trades in accordance with technical and schedule requirements. Applying knowledge of preservation materials, techniques, equipment, ships layout and compartmentation as well as shop processes to accomplish production work. Applying knowledge of all accepted surface preparation, coating methods, and techniques such as mixing and application of modern exotic paints and coatings. Reading, interpreting, and correctly following complex instructions, drawing, specifications, engineering standard, and manufactures' requirements. Understanding trade terms and knowing trade measurements of critical coatings. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.
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