Duties

As a MAINTENANCE MECHANIC at the WG-4749-10 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Performs electrical work installing, modifying, repairing, and testing new and existing electrical lines, circuits, and systems including wiring, conduit and other electrical equipment.
• Work involves diagnosing and locating malfunctions, dismantling, repairing, reassembling, installing, replacing, and performing preventative maintenance on large systems that provide for a variety of heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
• Installs, modifies, and repairs new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems.
• Develops contract specifications and inspects the services rendered by contractors and completes necessary forms in accordance with inspection duties.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Full time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Non-Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is not telework eligible
• COVID19: All Federal Employees must be fully vaccinated by November 22, 2021. Please see, additional information.
• Incumbent must possess a valid state driver's license.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test screening, and periodic testing thereafter.
• This position is designated as an emergency essential position. The incumbent must report for, or remain at work in emergency situations and dismissal or closure announcements do not apply; unless instructed otherwise.
• Must undergo a pre-employment physical.

Qualifications

Possess experience in repair and preventative maintenance on large systems that provide for a variety of heating, ventilation and air conditioning; Construction, installing, repairing and modifying wood and wood substitutes structures and items such as building frames, rafters, concrete forms, walls, interior and exterior trim and miscellaneous items; Maintaining, repairing or modifying for accessibility, and occasionally structures of concrete, block, and occasionally brick or other related materials; Installs, modifies, and repairs new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems and preparing and painting walls, ceilings, and fixtures.

Must possess and maintain certification by an EPA approved institute as it pertains to the handling and control of refrigerants (Freon) and other Ozone Depleting Substances (OZDs) associated with the HV AC trade. Universal Technician Certification required by 40 CFR Part 82, subpart F.

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 experienc e.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

COVID19 - All Federal Employees must be fully vaccinated by November 22, 2021. Proof of vaccination will be required. To ensure compliance with this mandate, review the vaccination requirements, to include timelines for receiving required doses, at the following: https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/

Due to COVID-19, the agency is currently in an expanded telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Once employees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement within 60 days. At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the agency's telework policy.

Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf

All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/

Military Spouse Preference: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are claiming military spouse preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed below preference eligible veteran candidates and above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist , save the document and attach it to your application package.