Maintenance Mechanic (Facilities Maintenance Technician)
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Tucson, AZ - USA
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Job Summary
Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security within U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Facilities and Asset Management 15 vacancies located in:
- Del Rio TX
- Eagle Pass TX
- El Centro CA
- El Paso TX
- Kingsville TX
- Laredo TX
- Massena NY
- McAllen TX
- San Diego CA
- Tucson AZ
- Thousand Island Park NY
- Yuma AZ
This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Enterprise Services (ES) Office of Facilities and Asset Management (OFAM) Operational Support Facilities Division (OSF) Border Patrol & Air and Marine (BPAM) Program Management Office (PMO). The purpose of this position is to perform facilities maintenance work primarily involving in the same job two or more trade practices associated with heating cooling electrical plumbing grounds maintenance and repair of facilities such as buildings structures grounds and related fixtures and utilities and carpentry trades.
This position starts at an hourly rate of $29.01 (WG-10 Step 1) to $39.65 (WG-10 Step 5).
Salary: Salary will be adjusted to the hourly rate applicable at the duty station for which you are selected.
Hourly Rate: The hourly rate listed reflects wage schedules across multiple locations. Refer to the Federal Wage (FWS) website for additional wage schedule and hourly rate information.
Major Duties for this position include but are not limited to:
- You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service
- Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details below)
- All pre-employment processes will be conducted in English
- You may be required to pass a background investigation
- CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures
- As an employee of CBP you will be joining a workforce that is dedicated to accomplishing our mission while maintaining the trust of our Nation by strictly adhering to all government ethics standards. Your conduct will be subject to the ethics rules applicable to all Executive Branch employees and to CBP employees specifically as well as the criminal conflict of interest statutes. Once you enter on duty these rules include obtaining approval for outside employment or business activity to ensure such employment or business activity is not prohibited and does not interfere or conflict with performance of your official duties. Please review further details via the following link.
- DHS uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities.
- Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit covered position represented under the National Treasury Employees Unions - NTEU. For local chapter contact information see Chapter Websites - National Treasury Employees Union - NTEU.
Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations you must show thorough experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience not necessarily the length of time.
Experience WG-10: To minimally qualify for the WG-10 grade level you must meet the Screen Out Element (Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision). To meet the screen out element you should haveexperience performing the following duties:
- Performing building maintenance construction and repair utilizing knowledge and application of trades such as electrical plumbing painting carpentry pipefitting air-conditioning and refrigeration.
- Ensuring continual safe and proper operation of all building systems to include but not limited to the upkeep of buildings grounds and related structures fixtures and utilities.
- Interpreting blueprints electrical schematics drawings and specifications and other technical guides.
- Working with test instruments measuring devices and hand and power tools.
- Utilizing shop mathematics such as measuring fittings and assessing the planning and layout of piping systems to complete Facility Maintenance.
In addition to the experience described above you will also be evaluated on the basis of your overall level of competency (knowledge skills and abilities) in the following areas:
- Knowledge of how to install and operate a wide range of complete electrical systems.
- Skill in the use of hand tools and power tools.
- Knowledge sufficient to repair and troubleshoot large difficult AC systems.
- Skill in the use of accepted plumbing trade methods and techniques.
- Knowledge and ability in performing carpentry work on difficult or heavy items.
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.
You must meet all qualification requirements including education if applicable to this position subject to verification at any stage of the application process by 09/25/2026.
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years a political Schedule A Schedule C Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
Background Investigation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agencys core values of vigilance service to country and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges the use of illegal drugs (e.g. marijuana cocaine heroin LSD methamphetamines ecstasy) and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances including any experimentation possession sale receipt manufacture cultivation production transfer shipping trafficking or distribution of controlled substances. For additional information on the preemployment process review the following link: Applicant Resources CBP Careers
Residency: There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates (as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. If you do not meet the residency requirement and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years you may request an exception to determine if you are eligible for a residency waiver by meeting one or more of the following conditions:
- Working for the U.S. Government as a federal civilian or as a member of the military
- A dependent who was authorized to accompany a federal civilian or member of the military who was working for the U.S. government
- Participation in a study abroad program sponsored by a U.S. affiliated college or university
- Working as a contractor intern consultant or volunteer supporting the U.S. government
Please see the Qualifications and Required Documents sections for more information if education is applicable to this position.
Recruitment Incentive: Upon selection you may be eligible to receive a Recruitment Incentive of $5000 per the terms outlined in agency policy.
The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply to include persons with intellectual severe physical or psychiatric disabilities as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u) and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents experiences and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
CBP employees demonstrate the highest level of commitment to protect and serve the United States of America and to exemplify the CBP Core Values of Vigilance Service to Country and Integrity. Learn more about CBPs mission core values and careers at 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.
Required Experience:
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