Maintenance Worker.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic regular preventative maintenance tasks independently (changing filters, inspection and testing of control valves/dampers, adjusting building automation control parameters)
• Assists in minor repairs and maintenance of ventilation fans, boilers and chiller equipment
• Operates and maintains water and wastewater treatment plant systems
• Collects water samples in accordance with proper procedures for sample collections as part of facility water and wastewater permits
• Responds to faults in facility operating systems when notified by automated management system during normal business hours and after-hours as part of an after-hours on-call rotation system
• Performs general grounds maintenance and grounds upkeep, including summer lawn maintenance and winter snow removal
• Performs minor electrical repairs, including troubleshooting basic electrical circuits, replacing light switches, light fixtures and circuit breakers
• Performs basic plumbing repairs, including replacing faucet and toilet water valves, identifying and repairing water leaks, and maintaining facility water softener systems
• Performs general maintenance including painting and light carpentry as needed

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 possess a valid State license and a safe driving record to operate a government-owned or -leased vehicle in the performance of official duties
• May be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work
• Must take and pass a pre-employment medical examination at Federal expense due to the physical demands of the job
• Must serve a 1-year trial period during which fitness and continued employment will be evaluated

Qualifications

Applicants must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform the basic work of the position without more than normal supervision through experience shown in the written resume and responses to the job-related task statements in this announcement.

Screen-Out Element: The Maintenance Mechanic performs a variety of tasks involved in the upkeep of buildings, grounds, and related structures, fixtures, and utilities (e.g., plumbing, electrical, or industrial machinery) and related equipment.

• Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision
• Knowledge of building materials, equipment, assembly, installation, repair, etc.
• Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc.
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment

Additional information

This position will be filled under the Field Unit Local Hiring Authority. Eligibility is limited to applicants who reside within the defined local commuting area at the time of application. For this announcement, the local commuting area is the area from which individuals can reasonably commute to the duty station under normal conditions. The defined vicinity for this position is: 75 miles from La Crosse, WI. Proof of residency within the defined vicinity must be provided.

Physical Demands

Work requires frequent work in tiring or uncomfortable positions with very heavy physical effort in performing such tasks as frequently lifting and moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds (unassisted), prolonged standing, walking, bending, kneeling; moving hands, arms, feet, and legs; and climbing. Danger of falling on slippery surfaces and/or high ladders.

Working Conditions

The position necessitates both inside and outside work and exposure to all kinds of weather. The worker is exposed to noise, vibrations, dust, dirt, water, and odors and may be subject to cuts and/or burns. Worker is subject to danger of falling when working on roofs and from scaffolds and ladders.