Maintenance Mechanic Helper

Summary PLEASE NOTE: Based on the current hiring restrictions, selectees may be subject to additional approvals prior to an offer being extended. The incumbent is a Maintenance Mechanic er in the Adminstative Facilities Services Division of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Bureau of Fiscal Service. The primary purpose of the position is to perform a variety of facilities maintenance related duties in a helper capacity. Learn more about this agency Duties As a Maintenance Mechanic er, you will: Assist Maintenance Mechanics in performing various electrical and related services. Assist Maintenance Mechanics in performing various facilities maintenance and construction services. Requirements Conditions of employment All newly appointed employees to the competitive (or excepted) service are subject to a probationary (or trial) period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the probationary (or trial) period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the probationary (or trial) period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information about individual rights, Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov). Key Requirements: Must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals. Please refer to "Conditions of Employment." Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope, and quality of all experience and training. You must show in your résumé and in your responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Category rating will be used to assign applicants to one of three quality level categories based experience, education, and training related to the position. Below are the definitions of each category. If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be refer to the selection official for consideration. Superior (highest quality category): Highly proficient with an overall comprehensive level of knowledge, skills, and abilities of the job; or Good (middle category): Has a solid and comprehensive understanding. Can perform the required tasks efficiently and is proficient in applying the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position, or Satisfactory (minimally qualified): Has an overall basic level of knowledge, skills and abilities of the job. Qualified preference-eligibles with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest category. You must meet the screen-out element, Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen Out), normally addressed at the beginning of the online questions. To meet the screen-out element, Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen Out), applicants must demonstrate: The ability to perform work with clear instructions; all unusual situations are referred to the lead/supervisor for guidance. In addition, you must also obtain an average score of two (2) for the following elements for this position as addressed through the online questions in order to be considered minimally qualified. Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen Out) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Knowledge of Equipment, Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This position is a Non Sensitive/Low Risk position. Student loan repayment may be offered. We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules. Additional Requirements: PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee must be physically fit as this position can be physically demanding. Assignments may involve considerable standing, walking, bending, climbing, and squatting, as well as pushing pulling, lifting and carrying heavy objects (up to 75 lbs.) and at times working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Occasionally, the incumbent is required to lift or move with assistance moderately heavy objects weighing more than 75 pounds. The incumbent is subject to dirt, dust, and injuries inherent to the trades and crafts performed. Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes: Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards. Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year. Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire. A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. 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 windowLearn more about federal 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.