Maintenance Worker

• Installs and repairs electrical components and existing circuits in using established layouts wiring diagrams and standard trade practices.
• Performs surface preparation and painting by cleaning scraping sanding patching priming and applying finish coats to buildings structures and equipment.
• Performs carpentry maintenance and repairs by constructing installing modifying and repairing minor structures including framing partitions shelving doors windows and trim.
• Performs electrical maintenance and repairs on existing wiring fixtures controls and related equipment by replacing defective components making connections and completing repairs using established safety practices.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs on HVAC refrigeration air conditioning equipment and related facility systems.
• Performs routine plumbing maintenance and repairs on facility systems and components.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

IHS Selectees whose duties and responsibilities require them to work permanently temporarily or occasionally in an IHS healthcare facility must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy related to vaccine-preventable diseases consistent with recommendations for healthcare workers. Vaccine exemption requests may be available as outlined in the IHS Employee Immunization Policy and facility guidance.

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.

Background Investigation Requirement:
This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Financial Suitability Requirement:
This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.

Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates for this position will be evaluated under the Federal Wage System (FWS) Job Grading Standards. Applicants will be rated in the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Each of the job elements must be addressed on the on-line assessment questionnaire in order for the applicant to be rated for the position.

For WG: A specific length of training and experience is not required but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge skills and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume.

Shift Work: The incumbent may be required to work on rotating shifts both on weekdays and weekends to provide necessary coverage. He is required as an incidental duty to operate government owned or leased vehicles in the performance of assigned duties.

Subject to callback after normal duty hours in the event of emergencies related to building utilities and equipment failure of the hospital field clinic or living quarters. Work involved in these emergency situations may be in the trades of electrical plumbing heating or air conditioning.

Physical effort is expended in continually standing walking stooping bending kneeling climbing and working in small or cramped quarters. Frequently carries lifts pulls or pushes carts and equipment weighing up to and beyond 50 pounds. Work is sometimes performed on ladders and/or scaffolds which requires employee to work overhead or in stretched cramped or awkward positions. Work is performed inside and outside in all kinds of weather and is usually dirty dusty and greasy. Incumbent may perform work where bad smelling fumes are present. Incumbent has frequent exposure to broken bones.

Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside in all kinds of weather and is usually dirty dusty and greasy. Incumbent may perform work where bad smell fumes are present. Incumbent has frequent exposure to possibility of scapes burns and infections and has occasional exposure to broken bones.


Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.