Maintenance Mechanic (Facilities Maintenance Technician)

This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Facilities and Asset Management, located in the following areas: Tucson, Arizona; Yuma, Arizona; El Centro, California; San Diego, California; Wellesley Island, New York; Del Rio, Texas; Eagle Pass, Texas; El Paso, Texas; Kingsville, Texas; McAllen, Texas.

About the role

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Enterprise Services (ES), Office of Facilities and Asset Management (OFAM), Operational Support Facilities Division (OSF), Border Patrol & Air and Marine (BPAM) Program Management Office (PMO). The position starts at an hourly rate of $32.57 (WG-10, Step 1) to $42.34 (WG-10, Step 5).

Responsibilities

• Perform facilities maintenance work primarily involving two or more trade practices such as: heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing, grounds maintenance, and repair of facilities including buildings, structures, grounds, and related fixtures and utilities, and carpentry trades.
• Coordinate, monitor, and perform installation and repair duties for the upkeep, operation, and utilization of the agency's facilities.
• Provide leadership with input and feedback for facility repair activities, including the necessary reports, specifications, and documentation.
• Perform all or substantially all of the following types of repairs: Electrical, Air Conditioning, Painting, Plumbing, Carpentry.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details provided).
• All pre-employment processes will be conducted in English.
• You may be required to pass a background investigation.
• CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures.
• Must be available to work overtime on a scheduled or unscheduled basis.

Physical Effort and Working Conditions

• The work requires prolonged periods of walking, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools, and equipment.
• Lifts and carries heavy pieces of lumber or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Works inside and outside subject to sudden temperature changes; exposed to dirt, sewage, dust, grease, fumes, and steam.
• Employee is subject to injury from use of hand and power tools, also to dust, dirt, burns, cuts, bruises, and electrical shock.
• May be required to wear and/or use protective clothing and equipment in accordance with established health and safety regulations and other standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

You qualify for the WG-10 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:

• Performing building maintenance, construction, and repair utilizing knowledge and application of trades such as electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, pipefitting, air-conditioning, and refrigeration.
• Ensuring continual, safe, and proper operation of all building systems to include, but not limited to the upkeep of buildings, grounds, and related structures, fixtures, and utilities.
• Interpreting blueprints, electrical schematics, drawings, and specifications, and other technical guides.
• Working with test instruments, measuring devices, and hand and power tools.
• Utilizing shop mathematics such as measuring fittings and assessing the planning and layout of piping systems to complete Facility Maintenance.

In addition to the experience described above, you will also be evaluated on the following competencies:

• Knowledge of how to install and operate a wide range of complete electrical systems.
• Skill in the use of hand tools and power tools.
• Knowledge sufficient to repair and troubleshoot large, difficult AC systems.
• Skill in the use of accepted plumbing trade methods and techniques.
• Knowledge and ability in performing carpentry work on difficult or heavy items.

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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Background Investigation

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country, and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines, ecstasy), and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances.

Residency

There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates (as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. If you do not meet the residency requirement and have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request an exception to determine eligibility for a residency waiver by meeting certain conditions.

Probationary Period

All employees new to the federal government must serve a one-year probationary period during the first year of their initial permanent federal appointment to determine fitness for continued employment. Current and former federal employees may be required to serve or complete a probationary period.

Benefits

• Upon selection, you may be eligible to receive a Recruitment Incentive of $5,000 per the terms outlined in agency policy.
• This is a bargaining unit covered position, represented under the National Treasury Employees Union - NTEU.