Painter-Refinisher

Architect of the Capitol; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Architect of the Capitol in Washington, DC is seeking a Painter-Refinisher to refinishing doors, door frames and other woodwork within the Library Buildings & Grounds, Tenant Services Division, Projects Branch, Painting Night Section.

You will work on projects involving historical colors, complex striping, designs and panel refinishing, producing finishes that closely match samples while maintaining historic detailing.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform Painter-Refinisher duties with minimal supervision.
• Safely prepare and repair historic wood surfaces, preserving original detailing.
• Independently perform wood finishing and refinishing tasks with stains, varnishes, oils, paints and protective coatings.
• Produce finishes that match existing or documented samples for color, grain and sheen.

Responsibilities

• Refinish doors, door frames and other woodwork to historical standards.
• Apply stains, varnishes, oils, paints, and protective coatings as required.
• Match color, grain and sheen to documented samples.

Skills

Wood finishing

Quality color matching

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Tools

WebTMA

Job description

Summary

We love our jobs. Do you? Join our team as a Painter-Refinisher located in the esteemed Architect of the Capitol, Library Buildings & Grounds, Tenant Services Division, Projects Branch, Painting Night Section. As a Painter-Refinisher you will be responsible for refinishing doors, door frames and other woodwork. You will participate in projects involving historical colors, complex striping, designs and panel refinishing.

Duties

Summary

We love our jobs. Do you? Join our team as a Painter-Refinisher located in the esteemed Architect of the Capitol, Library Buildings & Grounds, Tenant Services Division, Projects Branch, Painting Night Section. As a Painter-Refinisher you will be responsible for refinishing doors, door frames and other woodwork. You will participate in projects involving historical colors, complex striping, designs and panel refinishing.

Requirements

Qualifications

You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT(S) required for this position. Ability to perform Painter-Refinisher duties and responsibilities without more than normal supervision including: Using a computerized maintenance management system (e.g., WebTMA) to receive, update, and close work orders, accurately document work performed, and track materials and job status; Safely prepare and repair historic wood surfaces, demonstrated through proper use of stripping methods, sanding techniques, and repair practices that preserve original detailing; Independently performing wood finishing and refinishing tasks including applying stains, varnishes, oils, paints, and protective coatings; and Producing a final finish that matches an existing or documented sample for color, grain, and sheen, and overall appearance.

The mission of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. The AOC is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 570 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. The AOC provides a welcoming and educational environment for millions of visitors through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and the US Botanic Garden. Learn more at www.aoc.gov. The AOC prides itself on its Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Empowerment (RISE).