Maintenance Mechanic.

Duties

• Support carpentry requirements at the center that include installing, modifying, and repairing framed structures, interior partitions, dry-wall systems, and specialized field/lab items; operate modern shop equipment and power tools safely.
• Perform grounds maintenance (mowing, fertilizing, irrigation), operate heavy equipment (chainsaws, mowers, excavators, skid steers), construct and repair facility fencing, and execute winter safety operations (snow removal).
• Diagnose, install, and repair plumbing systems. This includes maintaining and repairing specialized laboratory water distribution equipment.
• Conduct routine heating and air conditioning system maintenance. Monitor, test, and maintain building automation, HVAC, and electrical systems; perform preventive and corrective maintenance; conduct minor electrical troubleshooting and repairs; install and replace electrical components.
• Operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment; conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on the center's fleet; diagnose and replace vehicle components.
• Operate, launch, and maintain research watercraft; perform maintenance on boats, motors, and trailers.

Requirements

• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Direct Deposit participation required.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
• A physical examination will be required, or a statement regarding physical ability will need to be completed. You must maintain physical fitness standards throughout employment.
• You are required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated.

Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement—09/07/2026—unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:

• Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT)
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation repair, etc.
• Technical practices (theoretical, precise and artistic)
• Ability to interpret instructions, specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)
• Use of measuring instruments
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
• Knowledge of materials

If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

Physical Demands

Work requires a considerable amount of standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in tiring and/or uncomfortable positions. The incumbent may work from ladders and scaffolding. When operating equipment, the incumbent may be under a great deal of strain from constant reaching and jerking of the equipment. The incumbent carries, lifts, and handles parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and may occasionally exceed 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to all kinds of weather. The work area may be dirty, wet, dusty and greasy and have inadequate lighting, heat or ventilation. Incumbent is subject to cuts, abrasions, burns, broken bones, electrical shock, infections, insect bites, exposure to or inhalation of harmful chemical fumes, irritation of eyes, skin and respiratory tract, and the hazards of operating power tools and equipment. Discomfort is encountered when wearing protective clothing, gloves or eye goggles. Incumbent enters biological containment areas on occasions and follows required precautions (such as wearing a respirator). Personal protective equipment is provided. The worker may be called in for mandatory overtime during weather events or major equipment failure. Position may require work some weekends, evenings, and nights. The incumbent is required to respond to emergency call back during evenings and holidays within 1 hour of being notified by the facilities security/alarm monitoring service.