Maintenance Mechanic.

Duties Performs multi-craft facility maintenance, repair, and in-house construction at the journeyman level across plumbing, carpentry, painting, and welding.Performs apprentice-level electrical tasks (up to 110V) on project buildings, campgrounds and other facilities.Operates and repairs land-based heavy equipment (loaders, excavators, forklifts, tractors, dump trucks, and semi-trailers) to support project maintenance, earthmoving, material transport, and site operations.Maintains and repairs motorboats under 26 feet in length, trailers, mowers, pumps, generators, and other small engine equipment.Diagnoses mechanical malfunctions and performs preventive and corrective maintenance on all assigned machinery, engines, hydraulic components, and auxiliary equipment to maintain operational readiness.Conducts regular inspections of project facilities, equipment, utilities, and grounds to identify deficiencies, deterioration, or safety hazards; reports operational status to leadership; and initiates necessary repair and maintenance actions. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.Obtain and maintain a valid state Driver’s License.Obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required within 1 year of appointment.Pre-employment physical required.Participation in the Medical Surveillance Program required.This is a random drug and alcohol testing position under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218.Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under the DOT, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing.Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain USACE boat operator's certification (26 feet and under) within 1 year of appointment. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. For the WG-10: Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Maintenance Mechanic without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common maintenance, repair, and in-house maintenance duties at the journeyman level for most of the following: plumbing, carpentry, painting, and welding, and at the apprentice level for electrical work (up to 110V) on project facilities, utilities, and structures. I am able to operate and perform routine mechanical maintenance and repairs on heavy construction and mobile equipment (e.g., front-end loaders, forklifts, dump trucks, tractors, or excavators). I am able to operate and repair motorboats, trailers, mowers, and other small engine equipment. I can inspect facilities and equipment to identify defects and perform necessary repairs. I work under normal supervision or a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up equipment which weighs in excess of 75 lbs. Stands, stoops, bends, kneels, climbs, and works in tiring and uncomfortable positions. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works inside and outside under abnormal temperature and weather conditions. Is exposed to the danger of tipping or overturning equipment when working on banks or side slopes. Is exposed but not limited to, hazards of river traffic, erratic river conditions, danger of falling overboard and drowning. In performing welding duties, is exposed to burns from sparks and hot metals, fumes and other hazards associated with welding. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.Direct Deposit of Pay is required.Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the This is a(n) Materiel Maintenance Management Career Program position aligned under the Logistics Career Management Directorate.Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.May require employee to wear protective clothing.May require working outside in all kinds of weather.Not eligible for telework.The following incentives may be authorized: Recruitment Incentive, Relocation Incentive and/or Advance Leave Accrual. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.