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Maintenance Mechanic


Job Location:

Carlsbad, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 29 - 29
Posted: 6 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

The primary purpose of the position is to perform building and/or utility maintenance and operation duties. Incumbent utilizes journeyman to master level knowledge and skills in several trades and crafts.


Duties

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following:

1) AC Equipment Mechanic- The incumbent provides support in the areas of operation maintenance troubleshooting and repair of the large and complex systems utilized for air conditioning and heating various historic and non-historic buildings within the National Park Service.
2) Electrician- Performs all preventative maintenance operational checks repair layout installation troubleshooting tracing locating defects modification on and new and existing secondary electrical systems from transformers to final connections park wide.
3) Plumbing- Installs modifies and repairs new and existing utility supply and disposal systems and equipment such as sewage water oil and gas distribution systems and water closets tubs fire sprinkler systems and showers and lay out of such things as angles arcs and circles.
4) Carpentry- Constructs alters modifies or repairs a wide range of features in buildings quarters and other facilities. Constructs storage areas workrooms and offices within existing buildings including framework rafters joists insulation sheet rock paneling doors windows and flooring. Builds small structures and replaces deteriorated sections of existing structures. Constructs interior and exterior stairs. Installs exterior siding and roofing.
5) Water Operations- The incumbent will apply the best basic health sanitary and mechanical principles and practices to ensure proper operation and maintenance of microbiological and physical chemical processes for efficient treatment of potable water distribution systems. The incumbent will operate hypochlorinators solution tanks pressure tanks valves mixed media filters and reciprocating pumps associated with surface water and well water operations.

Documentation for the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) eligibility submission of ALL SF-50s and performance information for each period of temporary/term employment that qualifies for LMWFA. Performance documentation can be obtained by contacting the supervisors for the positions you served in during your 24 months. If they did not complete performance appraisals ask them to provide a statement of performance for each period of service. The statement must specify the dates for each employment period and your level of performance (dates should match the dates on the SF-50s).

For more information about the park please visit: Carlsbad Caverns National Park


Requirements
Conditions of employment

    • Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
    • Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
    • Males born aftermust be registered for Selective Service.
    • Direct Deposit participation required.
    • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more visit You are required to wear a uniform and comply with uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
    • Minimum Age Requirement: You must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.
    • EPA Section 608 Clean Air Act Certification Card/EPA Number: Must be able to obtain.
    • Required Occupancy: Occupancy of government quarters is required.
    • Age Restriction MVO: You must be at least 18 years of age or older to operate government vehicles.

    *Additional Requirements located under qualifications*

    Qualifications

    Requirements Continued...

    Probationary Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position you may be required to serve a 1-year Probationary Period to evaluate your fitness and whether your continuation of employment advances the public interest.

    This Probationary Period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest meet the organization goals and mission of the agency and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the determining if your employment advances the public interest the agency will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

    Under applicable law the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies in writing that the individuals employment should continue and that their appointment should be the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your Probationary Period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

    Qualifications:
    All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-09/11/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.

    For current Federal employees if hours worked per week are not included on your resume you must submit a non-award SF-50 as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of specialized experience that you will be granted. An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the work schedule requirement as the service dates will be reflected. For all other applicants who are not current federal employees your resume must state either full-time (or 40 hours a week) or part-time with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience.
    To qualify for this position you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:
    • Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)
    • Ability To Interpret Instructions Specification etc. (includes blueprints reading)
    • Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
    • Knowledge of Equipment Assembly Installation Repair etc.
    • Knowledge of materials
    • Technical Practices (theoretical precise artistic)
    • Use of Measuring Instruments
    • Vehicle Operation


    SCREEN OUTS
    Minimum Qualifications:
    have experience that demonstrates the ability to perform most of the work as a Maintenance Mechanic at the journeyman level. At this level I have performed the work with a high level of independence. I have performed at this level in two of the following trades: Masonry Electrical Plumbing Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Utilities Systems Repair-Operator and Engineering Equipment Operator.

    Drivers License: Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license throughout employment.

    If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient you will receive no further preparing your application describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire and if it does not your application will be marked as not eligible. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position.

    Volunteer Experience: 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 experience.
    Education

    There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

    Additional information

    Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.

    First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.

    If otherwise eligible and qualified you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive. A continued service agreement may be required if it is determined you are eligible for a permanent change in duty station (PCS) recruitment or relocation incentive.

    All DOI employees their spouses and minor children may not acquire or retain any claim permit lease small tract entry or other rights granted by the Department in Federal lands with limited exceptions. Additional ethics prohibitions can be found here
    DOI Ethics Prohibitions U.S. Department of the Interior.

    Physical Demands: Physical effort is heavy to moderate and requires occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50-100 pounds unassisted following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working climb ladders or scaffolding and bend stoop climb and work in awkward positions. This requires standing bending stooping kneeling climbing and working in tiring and cramped positions.

    Working Conditions: Exposed to a variety of seasonal weather conditions while working outdoors (temperatures -40 to 90 degrees). Subject to danger of falling from ladders or scaffolding. Exposed to dust dirt wind and rain. May work with dangerous chemicals and around moving equipment; paints solvents etc. May be exposed to electrical shocks and biting insects. The incumbents clothing may become soiled from grease dust and chemicals. There is frequent exposure to the possibility of cuts bruises falling bums broken bones and chemical vapors constant noise rotating machinery dust grease chemicals oil fumes and infectious blood pathogens when working in or about systems. Incumbent may also be exposed to energized circuits electrical shock burns electrical rotary devices cuts and abrasions from the use of tools and equipment and bums from chemicals. The incumbent is required to wear prescribed safety equipment and to adhere to safety rules and regulations and standards as set by OSHA and the Parks established Safety Plan. Snowmobile operation is occasionally required for winter operations at some park locations.

    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.

    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.

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