Maintenance Worker

SummaryAbout the position:This position will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Facility and Grounds. The work schedule includes weekends, evening and some holidays- outdoor and indoor work Work involves knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, painting, watercraft and vehicle maintenance as well as grounds keepingResponsibilitiesPerforms preventative and minor maintenance in and around ODR facilities, i.e., docks, trailers, cabins, bathhouses, etc., and submits work requests for repairs beyond the capability of the position. CARPENTRY: Performs minor construction/repair involving standard measurements, specifications, instructions and basic shop mathematics on indoor/outdoor facilities, including docks. Plans and completes work from initial layout to final assembly and squares, levels, drills, tape measures, planes, sods, and replaces a variety of light bulbs and filters. Mounts brackets on wall to hold fire extinguishers. Checks extinguishers monthly and takes measures when servicing needs to be done. Performs preventative maintenance on smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. PLUMBING: Following specific information, locates and makes repairs to plumbing 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 tile or pipe, and leaky drains using existing routes, openings,hangers, and levels. Completes needed repairs and hooks up to installed systems, such as water heaters, disposal units, and faucets. Measures, cuts, bends and threads pipe and tile. Caulks and seals such things as elbows, union joints, and tiles or pipes, faucets and shower drains. Checks operation and performs preventive inspections to small parts and sections of existing systems, such as water heaters, disposal units, and faucets. PAINTING: Repairs holes and cracks in walls. Cleans surfaces to be painted by removing scales, rust, dirt, and old paint. Paints walls, ceilings, windows, doors, docks, pavilions and other outdoor equipment, by use of rollers or bushes ensuring surfaces are free of drips, runs and skips. Must be able to use paint strippers, wired brushes, putty knives, sand paper, brushes and rollers. GROUNDS MAINTENANCE: Police area around facilities, docks, trailers, cabins and in all other ODR areas removing all paper and other debris. Using a variety of domestic and heavy complex riding mowers and specialized mowing and grounds maintenance equipment (tractor w/attachments, weed eaters, trimmers, edges, chain saws, etc) ensures mowing of grass, edging of walkways, trimming of grass from around area, trimming and shaping of shrubbery, sweeping rooftops and cleaning gutters out. Rake, pile, bag and disposes of leaves. Cleans filters, changes oil, replaces spark plugs, belts, blades and other minor maintenance on equipment. Washes and clean equipment after use. Operates vehicles/trucks with GVW weighing up to 26,000 pounds to transport furniture, appliances and supplies. Washes trucks and vans. Performs maintenance, such as changing tires, filters and oil, refuels and other minor maintenance. Operates, maintains, identifies issues with all motorized and non-motorized water craft. Cleans and conducts preventive maintenance on all water crafts. Put items in/takes out of water as required. Uses a government computer for training requirements, time and attendance and for other job related purposes. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10908467RequirementsConditions of EmploymentQualificationsWho May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/21/2020 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience:Must have progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of building, grounds, exterior structures and related fixtures. Must have working knowledge of the following trades: woodworking techniques and skilled in the use and operation of a variety of hand and power tools; plumbing methods and techniques; and standard surface preparation and coating methods and techniques. Must have skill in maneuvering and driving vehicles up to 26,000 pounds. Preferred watercraft (motor boats, pontoon, fishing, canoe and paddle) experience. Must have experience that demonstrated the ability to operate a tractor and other heavy grounds maintenance equipment.EducationSome federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. .Additional InformationIndividual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service Direct deposit is required Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check A probationary period may be required Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD) Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.