Junior Painter – Marine Coatings, Growth & Benefits

General Dynamics - IT; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT seeks a Junior Painter to apply coatings, mix colors, and prepare surfaces on interior and exterior areas. The role involves using sprayers, brushes, rollers, and various tools to achieve durable finishes on military and industrial projects.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 1+ years of related painting experience, and US citizenship. Some assignments may require a Secret security clearance, with GDIT supporting eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of related painting experience.
• US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Paints, stains, enamels, varnishes and coatings on interior and exterior surfaces.
• Mixes paint and matches colors to achieve the desired color.
• Uses cloth, brushes, sprayer, roller or sponges to apply coatings.
• Removes old finish using scrapers, chemical compounds or a blowtorch.
• May fill nail holes, joints and cracks in walls with plaster or other filler.
• May replace door or window glass as needed.
• Requisitions new painting supplies and equipment.
• Participates in special projects as required.

Skills

Color matching

Paint application

Surface prep

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Sprayer

Brushes

Roller

Job description

General Dynamics - IT seeks a Junior Painter to apply coatings, mix colors, and prepare surfaces on interior and exterior areas. The role involves using sprayers, brushes, rollers, and various tools to achieve durable finishes on military and industrial projects.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 1+ years of related painting experience, and US citizenship. Some assignments may require a Secret security clearance, with GDIT supporting eligible candidates.