USA Staffing

Position Title: Maintenance Worker
Agency: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Announcement Number: R2-21-11213370-BL-DE Opens in new window
Open Period: Friday, August 27, 2021 to Tuesday, September 7, 2021

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. 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.

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 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.

A. Yes

B. No

3. 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.

A. Yes

B. No

4. Are you a U.S. citizen or national.

For example, you can apply to these jobs if you're a U.S. citizen or national or non-citizen and you:

Have never worked for the Federal Government.
Currently work for the Federal Government, but are in the excepted service.
Currently work for the Federal Government, but you're not eligible for merit promotion.
Are not sure if you're eligible for any other hiring path.

Even if you're eligible under one of the other hiring paths, you can still apply to jobs that are 'open to the public'.

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.

A. Las Vegas, NM

B. Roswell, NM

C. San Antonio, NM

Minimum Qualifications

For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.

1. ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF MAINTENANCE WORKER WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION (SCREEN-OUT)

A. My resume shows I have independently performed maintenance and repair activities working at a farm/ranch or other facility. 1) I can operate common hand and power tools and measuring devices to perform carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and vehicle maintenance tasks. 2) Perform custodial duties on facilities, trails, and parking areas. 3) Perform minor construction and repair on existing structures. 4) I can operate farm type tractors, loaders, or similar all-terrain vehicles over uneven surface.

B. I have the ability to perform maintenance and minor constructions tasks without more than normal supervision. 1) I am skilled in the use and operation of common hand tools and measuring devices to perform basic carpentry, plumbing, and maintenance tasks 2) I have the ability to operate trucks, tractors, or similar all-terrain vehicles.

C. I have experience performing the work of a Maintenance Worker under CLOSE supervision. I have received training on the use of basic hand tools in order to perform repairs or maintenance work.

D. I do not possess the skills and ability described above but am willing to learn.

Knowledge of multiple types of irrigation system operation and maintenance

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

2. Install, maintain, and perform repairs to large plastic irrigation pipe, valves, and air vents.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

3. Install/maintain inlet slotted/perforated pipe filtration system at storage ponds supplying irrigation water to crop fields.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

4. Perform water delivery system rehabilitation/extension by replacing open ditches with plastic irrigation pipe.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment to include the use of measuring instruments

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

5. Use hand and power tools such as hammers, drills, routers, planers, saws, paint rollers, brushes, sanders, scrapers, spray guns, and/or drywall tools.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

6. Perform care and maintenance of gasoline, diesel, and/or electric powered equipment.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

7. Use hand and power tools associated with building and grounds maintenance (i.e., rakes, shovels, hedgers, pruners, and chain saws).

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

8. Operate and maintain farm type machinery with attachments, tractors, backhoes, mowers and other types of equipment to construct and maintain facilities.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

9. Use mathematics to calculate and measure items.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

10. Follow codes or standards related to prints or sketches.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

11. Follow written instructions.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

Ability to work safely

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

12. Follow safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations, and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

13. Use and assure proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

14. Follow Federal, state, and environmental standards and rules when storing, using, handling, labeling, and disposing of hazardous materials.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

Must have valid state driver's license

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

15. Are you able to obtain and maintain a valid Driver's License?

A. Yes

B. No

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