Job Description

Job Title:

Painter

PP-SRS-GRD:

W-4102-04

Location:

RAF Mildenhall

Vacancy Number:

035871

Open Date:

01 December 2025

Close Date:

15 December 2025

Work Hours Per Week:

39 hours

Salary (Per Hour):

13.30 - 14.56

Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections may be made

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Painter at the 100th Civil Engineering Squadron, Royal Air Force (RAF) Mildenhall, United Kingdom.

What will be your primary role?

The primary duties of this position involve preparing and coating various surfaces such as wood, metal, and concrete. This includes tasks like scraping, sanding, cleaning, and masking surfaces; mixing and applying coatings like primers, paints, and varnishes; and ensuring the final finish meets specified requirements. The role also requires adherence to safety protocols, maintaining a clean workspace, and properly utilizing and maintaining tools.

For specific qualification requirements for this position, you can visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-4100

We offer fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive salary:

the starting salary for this position is 13.30 per hour

Holiday:

25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Pension Scheme

Free On-Site Parking

Employee extras such as:

Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Specialized Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions

Overview of our mission

U.S. Air Forces in Europe - United Kingdom (USAFE-UK), a forward detachment of USAFE, is headquartered at RAF Mildenhall, England a premier employer of over 1,200 local national employees with a right to work in the United Kingdom. Our jobs ranging from Administrative; Logistics; Trade and Labor (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrician, plumbers, and general Maintenance); Civil Engineers, Lawyers, Doctors and Administrative and Management positions. The organization further serves as the focal point for overseas negotiations with His Majesty's government on a wide range of issues. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness.

Also known as the "Bloody Hundredth" conducts air refueling and combat support operations throughout the European and African area of responsibility. Directs reception and mobilizes for contingency operations. Base of support for four U.S. Air Force major command flying programs. Supports more than 8,300 military and civilian personnel, dependents, and retirees, to include U.S. Air Forces in Europe-United Kingdom, the 501st Combat Support Wing, 352nd Special Operations Wing, U.S. Army and five other partner units. Located at Royal Air Force Mildenhall in the United Kingdom, the 100 ARW is the only U.S. tanker wing assigned to Europe and Africa refueling U.S. and partner nation aircraft over a span of more than 20 million square miles employing the KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft. The wing also provides critical bridge, aerial medivac and cargo transport capabilities enabling U.S. forces to deploy around the globe in a moment's notice. The United States and the United Kingdom share a special bond nurtured over decades of commitment to our shared values of peace, security and prosperity. The depth of the US and the UK partnership will only grow as together we face the increasingly complex, high-end threats of today and tomorrow.

What are the Key Skills required for this role?

1. Knowledge of standard surface preparation and coating methods and techniques.

2. Knowledge of paints and thinning compounds.

3. Knowledge of safety rules and regulations to include regulations pertaining to hazardous waste management.

4. Ability to read and follow instructions, standard specifications, etc. (other than blueprints).

5. Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment such as scrapers, wire brushes, putty knives, sandpaper, paintbrushes, rollers, compressors, and spray guns.

6. Ability to learn mixing, matching, and toning techniques.

What are the conditions of employment for this role?

1. You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations.
2. You may be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft and you may also be required to travel to the US or other country, in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training, this position may also be coded as mission essential.
3. You will be required to complete a 6-month probationary period.
4. You may be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.
5. You must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
6. Your hours of work will be 39 hours per week on a fixed schedule (Mon-Fri 0800-1630) where start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with the organization's flexible working policies.
7. Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Shift work may be required. Emergency overtime may be required, but is not guaranteed.
8. The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, UK valid driver's license (Category B) is required for the position.
9. You may be required to operate and train on sign making machines.
10. You may be required to meet the requirements for "Production Acceptance Certification" (PAC) Program.
11. A pre-appointment physical/health screening is required. Appointment may be contingent upon passing a physical examination. The physical requirements of this position are: working at extreme heights, in cramped and hard-to-reach places, requiring the ability to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, be strapped into swing stages and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. You will be required to lift, carry, and set up materials and equipment that weigh up to 10 pounds. Occasionally, you may be required to handle materials and equipment that weigh 40 pounds and over.
12. Exposure to toxic paints, chemicals, or other hazards may require occupational health examinations.
13. You must successfully obtain and maintain any necessary occupational related training/certificates in accordance with US and UK industry standards, and complete all management directed training.
14. You must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for this position.
15. The Local National Direct Hire (LNDH) Program does not participate in regular drug testing; however, positions covered by this document may be subject to drug testing upon reasonable suspicion of substance abuse, and safety mishap or accident testing.

NOTE:

You will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK

This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens including US dual nationals due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

LNDH Application 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/HiHn37upJw

Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: 13.30-14.56 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

Work Location: In person