Job Summary Amentum is looking for an experienced Painter to join our team in Washington, DC. Must have complete knowledge of and able to paint and finish drywall in accordance with customer specifications. Understand and apply various painting applications and drywall finishes. Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance. Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:00AM-2:30PM Principal Accountabilities Apply paint, stain, varnish, enamel, and other finishes to equipment, buildings and other structures, using brushes, spray guns, or rollers. Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats. Cover surfaces with canvas drop cloth or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting. Fill cracks, holes, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster; or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives. Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors in order to determine work requirements. Remove fixtures such as frames, door knobs, lamps, and electric switch covers prior to painting. Remove old finishes by stripping, sanding, wire brushing, burning, or using water and/or abrasive blasting. Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, and/or sanding machines. Erect scaffolding and swing gates, or set up ladders, to work above ground level. Waterproof buildings, using waterproofing membranes and caulking. Additional experience/education may be required by contract or assignment. Ability to lift/carry at least 50 lbs. Living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable. Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions. Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions. Perform other qualified duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements Two (2) years of experience in a paint preparation, painting, sanding and scuffing or related field required. High school diploma or equivalent Must be a US Citizen Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of preparation and painting of equipment, buildings and other structures, support equipment, and components, for both interior and exterior work. Ability to work independently with good decision-making skills. Ability to recognize occupational hazards of the painting trade and take precautionary measures as needed.Two (2) years of experience in a paint preparation, painting, sanding and scuffing or related field required. High school diploma or equivalent Must be a US Citizen Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance