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Position Title
Maintenance Mechanic
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
PW-1548-SR-21-10982799-CB Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, December 21, 2020 to Monday, January 4, 2021
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans' Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a United States Citizen?

For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.
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3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?   If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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4. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?  If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.  
 
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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Preferences
1. Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
3. As part of the official duties of this position, the incumbent is required to operate a Government vehicle. As such, applicants are required to have a valid State-issued Driver's License prior to the closing date of the job announcement.

Please note: you will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.

Please chose the best response option regarding your license status.
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A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
1. ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF A MAINTENANCE MECHANIC WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION (SCREEN OUT ELEMENT). From the descriptions below select the one response that best describes how your experience/education meets the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision for the Maintenance Mechanic, WG-9 position. You must show that you meet the experience described below. Read all responses before making your selection. Mark only one response. If you select more than one response or leave the question blank you will be rated ineligible. Any skill that you indicate you have experience with in the following occupational questionnaire must be specifically documented in your resume or application. (limit characters)
Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Plan carpentry projects ie: cost, materials, labor.
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3. Construct, remodel and repair buildings.
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4. Perform plumbing tasks: replacing valves, hose bibs, sinks, and toilets.
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5. Follow vehicle and machinery safety procedures (lockout/tagout, walkarounds, safety checklists, etc.)
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Technical Practices (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
6. Operation of computers for data entry into facility management programs.
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7. Match or create exact reproductions of various components of historic buildings and fixtures.
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8. Repair, replace, and install sinks, drains, toilets, urinals, faucets, valves, lines, and tanks.
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9. Install electrical components in the construction or maintenance of buildings.
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Use of Measuring Instruments (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
10. Measure, cut, and install woodwork using on-site measurements.
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11. Ability to calculate square footage of rooms and building spaces.
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12. Apply shop mathematics to compute measurements for replacing frames, doors, and door frames.
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Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
13. Use and apply standard building codes.
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14. Follow safety manuals on the operation of power saws, planers, pneumatic hammers, chain saws and rotary hammers.
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15. Ability to read building blueprints, sketches, and wiring diagrams.
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16. Assemble modular furniture according to plans and/or drawings.
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Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
17. Use and maintain power tools including: jig saws, skill saws, miter saws, routers.
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18. Select, use, and maintain personal protective equipment including: fall protection including anchors, harness, ropes, fall arresters.
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19. Perform concrete and plaster work: floating and troweling concrete, construction plaster (white top), laying bricks, cinder blocks and flagstone.
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