SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC SUPERVISOR-TITLE 32
Army National Guard Units
Posted: April 6, 2026 (0 days ago)
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Army National Guard Units
Department of the Army
Location
Fort Knox, Kentucky
Salary
$27.37 - $31.97
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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This job is for a painter in the Army National Guard who prepares and paints surfaces on equipment and structures, removing old paint and rust while applying new coatings using brushes, rollers, or sprays to ensure everything looks smooth and protected.
It's a temporary role lasting up to five years, involving hands-on work in a shop setting at Fort Knox, Kentucky.
A good fit would be someone with practical painting experience, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions in a military environment.
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a PAINTER-TITLE 32, Position Description Number PDD2127000 and is part of the KY MATES, National Guard.
***NOTE: Indefinite employment is temporary and is expected to last more than one year but no more than five consecutive years.*** Continued employment is not guaranteed and is subject to annual competition.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT: Experience which demonstrates the knowledge of surface preparation (removal of rust, dirt, paint, etc); coating methods (brushing, rolling, and spraying); and coating materials (paints, varnishes, shellacs, etc).
Must have the ability to use tools and equipment associated with the painting trade and to read and interpret directions.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 18 months experience which demonstrates the knowledge of any surface preparation and coating methods and techniques.
Experience building up, shaping, and leveling surfaces with metal and synthetic resins, plastics, and patching compounds; obtain finely smoothed surfaces with abrasive compounds, pumice, and rottenstone; even out dents and scars by burning-in processes; and treat surfaces with pre-coating agents.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Resume must have complete dates, work schedule, and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment.
(Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification.
Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position.
Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement or the position description. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered.
Major Duties:
As a PAINTER-TITLE 32, WG-4102-9, you will prepare surfaces by removing rust, paint, and loose particles. Fill in holes and dents using body fillers and hardeners.
Sand and even out dents and scars to assure a smooth and level surface using sanders, scrapers, sandpaper, hand tools, wire brushes, and paint remover.
Apply coatings to specified areas ensuring the surfaces are free from skips, runs, and drips. Apply rustproof compound to areas. Apply coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray paint equipment.
Prepare coating materials using guidelines set by the manufacturer, by tinting, toning, etching, blending, and mixing in additives needed.
Use measuring equipment to achieve the proper viscosity and thickness for applying the coatings.
Apply prime, intermediate and final coats of semi-gloss, gloss and other paint, lacquer, enamel, varnish and shellac. Ensure match, texture and appearance meet finish requirements.
Replace and apply markings/lettering as specified by manuals. Apply coatings using acceptable methods of the trade. Read and interpret blueprints when applying camouflage patterns.
Read and interpret directions that relate to mixture, use, and application of coating materials, solvents, and precoating agents.
Monitor and adjust air pressures in paint booth, controls heat settings and drying times in drying booth to achieve proper surface adhesion of coatings.
Complete records for paint usage and paint waste as per environmental regulations. Apply Chemical Agent Reactive Coating materials in accordance with specifications and dimensions.
Manage workflow in paint shop as assigned by the supervisor. Confer with the customer when needed. Clean and maintain painting equipment. Perform other duties as assigned.
A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDD2127000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office.
Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, ng.ky.kyarng.mbx.hro-technicianstaffing@army.mil.
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