Maintenance Worker

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is located at McNary Lock & Dam which is located on the Columbia River near the rural community of Umatilla, OR Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Pre-employment physical is required. Pre-employment drug testing is required. Valid state driver’s license required. Heavy Lifting (up to 45lbs) Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers boat operator license within 12 months after initial appointment. Position may require working weekends and holidays. 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. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a Maintenance Worker~ without more than normal supervision. Experience performing the majority of the duties of a Maintenance Worker such as carpentry, repairing irrigation systems, plumbing repairs, full level skills in operating all associated tools and equipment related to the sub journeyman level skills and experience operating and maintaining forklifts, backhoes and tractor-trailers, as well as, daily operation checks of this equipment. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort: Exerts heavy physical effort in doing such tasks as frequently lifting and moving objects weighing under 45 pounds unassisted, obtains assistance or uses appropriate equipment or safety devices when lifting and moving heavy objects greater than 45 pounds. Physical dexterity is needed to handle tools and work around machinery or equipment. Working Conditions: Work is performed primarily outside where the employee is subject to weather and temperature variations and extremes of cold, heat, dryness and moisture. May perform work on ladders, scaffolds, in or over flowing or standing water and around high electrical voltages and toxic substances. May be exposed to prolonged periods of digging in rocky ground. May be subject to hazards while handling materials or working with tools or equipment. May be required to work in cramped quarters and/or perform duties requiring the use of respirators. Subject to emergency work performed outside of normal duty hours. 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. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. This is a(n) Logistics Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. This position is covered under the United Power Trades Organization (UPTO) Bargaining Unit. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application. This position is covered under the United Power Trades Organization (UPTO) Bargaining Unit. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/. Read more Benefits 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. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits 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.