Maintenance Mechanic
Job Location:
Columbia, SC - USA
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Job Summary
You will serve as a Maintenance Mechanic .
This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of four years or more based on any changes to regulations governing the number of years term appointments may last without further competition at managements discretion.
WG9 - 32.19 (Step 1) - 37.61 (Step 5)
First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.
Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following:
- Support carpentry requirements at the center that include installing modifying and repair ing framed structures interior partitions dry-wall systems and specialized field/lab items; operate modern shop equipment and power tools safely.
- Perform grounds maintenance (mowing fertilizing irrigation) operate heavy equipment (chainsaws mowers excavators skid steers) construct and repair facility fencing and execute winter safety operations (snow removal).
- Diagnose install and repair plumbing systems. This includes maintaining and repairing specialized laboratory water distribution equipment.
- Conduct routine heating and air conditioning system maintenance. Monitor test and maintain building automation HVAC and electrical systems; perform preventive and corrective maintenance; conduct minor electrical troubleshooting and repairs; install and replace electrical components.
- Operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment; conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on the centers fleet; diagnose and replace vehicle components.
- Operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment; conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on the centers fleet; diagnose and replace vehicle components.
- Operate launch and maintain research watercraft; perform maintenance on boats motors and trailers.
- 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 have and maintain a valid drivers license throughout employment.
- A physical examination will be required or a statement regarding physical ability will need to be completed. You must maintain physical fitness standards throughout employment.
- You are required to complete training obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority.
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.
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-09/07/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.
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)
- Knowledge of equipment assembly installation repair etc.
- Technical practices (theoretical precise and artistic)
- Ability to interpret instructions specification etc. (includes blueprint reading)
- Use of measuring instruments
- Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
- Knowledge of materials
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.
There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.
Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.
Term positions do not convey permanent status in the Federal service. The agency retains sole discretion and without further competition the right to extend the duration of this appointment after selection and/or appointment based on changes to the term appointment regulation(s). No extension to a term appointment shall be granted to a selectee/employee to an amount of time that exceeds the maximum number of years authorized under any present or current regulation unless such regulation expressly allows such action.
Physical Demands: Work requires a considerable amount of standing stooping bending kneeling climbing and working in tiring and/or uncomfortable positions. The incumbent may work from ladders and scaffolding. When operating equipment the incumbent may be under a great deal of strain from constant reaching and jerking of the equipment. The incumbent carries lifts and handles parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and may occasionally exceed 50 pounds.
Working Conditions: Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to all kinds of weather. The work area may be dirty wet dusty and greasy and have inadequate lighting heat or ventilation. Incumbent is subject to cuts abrasions burns broken bones electrical shock infections insect bites exposure to or inhalation of harmful chemical fumes irritation of eyes skin and respiratory tract and the hazards of operating power tools and equipment. Discomfort is encountered when wearing protective clothing gloves or eye goggles. Incumbent enters biological containment areas on occasions and follows required precautions (such as wearing a respirator). Personal protective equipment is provided. The worker may be called in for mandatory overtime during weather events or major equipment failure.
Position may require that the incumbent some weekends evenings and nights. The incumbent is required to respond to emergency call back during evenings and holidays within 1 hour of being notified by the facilities security/alarm monitoring service.
All Department of Interior (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 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.
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.
