MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

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.

WG-07 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) MAINTENANCE MECHANIC ~ without more than normal supervision. I have experience as a Maintenance Worker servicing mobile equipment in areas such as oil changes, maintaining fluid levels, changing oil and gas filters, changing spark plugs, checking and/or repairing tires. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

WG-08 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) MAINTENANCE MECHANIC ~ without more than normal supervision. I have experience with Tractor operation and/or towed attachments to mow fields move earth, dig ditches or similar purposes along with some general carpentry experience. I have experience servicing mobile equipment. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

WG-09 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) MAINTENANCE MECHANIC ~ without more than normal supervision. I have demonstrated the ability to work as a Maintenance Mechanic performing carpentry, plumbing, electrical repair and/or installation, and some heavy mobile equipment operator functions under normal supervision. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work from ladders, scaffolds, and on platforms in cramped and hard to reach places. Stands, stoops, bends, kneels and climbs, and works in awkward, tiring and uncomfortable positions. Moderate to heavy physical effort is involved, frequently lifting, moving, and carrying items up to 50 pounds while loading and unloading cargo, handling heavy equipment, parts, tools and materials, pushing wheelbarrows and running power mowers. Considerable arm movement in welding, plumbing, carpentry and engineering equipment operating work, etc.
• WORKING CONDITIONS: Works inside and outside exposed to all weather conditions. Exposed to dust, dirt, grease, oils, and noisy conditions. Inside work is usually performed on concrete floors. Area is frequently inadequately heated and cooled. Subject to injury from falls, vehicular accidents, loading and unloading cargo, or from hand and power tools used. Subject to cuts, bruises, insect bites and stings, scrapes, burns, infections, and broken bones. Exposed to infections and diseases from unsanitary worksites while collecting samples and operations and maintenance of lift stations. Presence of gases and fumes at wastewater treatment facilities requires use of safety equipment such as gas masks or respirators. Life jacket worn at all times while operating motor boat. May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty.