Announcement details
- USAJOBS control number
- 889897300
- Occupational series
- 4749
Summary
You will serve as a FUL-Maintenance WorkerCentral Washington NWR Complex, Hanford Reach National Monument in Burbank, Washington. This is a temporary position expected to last 12 months but may be extended up to maximum of two years based on agency needs and potential funding. .First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.
Responsibilities
Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Assist with repairs that can be accomplished by removing, cleaning, replacing, packing, and sealing defective parts of utility, supply, and disposal systems such as dirty traps, sections of broken pipe, faucets and leaky drains. Workers assist with hooking up equipment (for example, water heaters and disposal units) to installed systems, and help replace sections of pipe and tile by following previously-used routes, hangers, and levels. Prepares surface through removal of such things as scale, rust, dirt, and old paint from surfaces so that coating materials will adhere properly. Mix, pour, spread, and level cement and concrete surfaces for structures, sidewalks, steps, walls, curbs, ramps, and roads. Assist in preventive and corrective maintenance on traditional and alternative (e.g. wind, solar, geothermal) heating, refrigeration and air- conditioning systems. Operates farm-type tractors and towed or attached equipment to maintain grounds, dikes, canals, levees, marshes, fire maintenance/prevention, and road medians or perform farming functions. Operate and perform operator maintenance on one or more motor vehicles including platform trucks, van trucks, stake trucks, dump trucks, passenger shuttle vans, and cargo vans which typically have an approximate gross vehicle weight of more than 4,500 kilograms (10,000 pounds) and up to 11,700 kilograms (26,000 pounds) to include air brakes, but not to include special permits. Repairs by replacing, adjusting, or cleaning defective limited external combustion parts or components. For example, fluid levels, air filters and interior lights, tire pressure and hose connections, washing the vehicle, spark plugs, radiator caps, and a variety of belts and hoses.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factor: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT) 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 for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factor. 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 (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. All Department of Interior (DOI) employees, their spouses, and minor children may not acquire or retain any claim, permit, lease, small tract entry, or other rights granted by the Department in Federal lands, with limited exceptions. Additional ethics prohibitions can be found here, https://www.doi.gov/ethics/ethics-prohibitions.
Requirements
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. 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. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment. You are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You are required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority. The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. You must be at least 18 years of age or older to operate government vehicles.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.