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Position Title
Maintenance Worker (Open Until Filled)
Agency
International Boundary and Water Commission: United States and Mexico
Announcement Number
DEST-11938899-23-LP Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, April 25, 2023 to Friday, September 22, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:
  • have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more; OR,
  • are retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more?

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. You must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
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3. (1) Are you the spouse of a member of the Armed Forces who has been issued orders for a permanent change of station (PCS)? If yes, confirm you are indicated on the PCS orders; and that you:
  • have been married to the military member on or prior to the date of your spouse's PCS orders;
  • are relocating with your spouse to the new duty location; AND,
  • have not previously been appointed using this authority under these orders.

-OR-

(2) Are you the spouse of a member of the Armed Forces who retired with a disability rating of 100 percent at the time of retirement or the spouse of a member of the Armed Forces who retired or separated from the Armed Forces and has a disability rating of 100 percent from the Department of Veterans Affairs?

-OR-

(3) Are you the un-remarried widow or widower of a member of the Armed Forces killed while in active duty status?

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.  

To verify your eligibility for option 1 identified above, you must submit a copy of the PCS orders indicating you are authorized to relocate on those orders.

To verify your eligibility for options 2 and 3 identified above, you must submit the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15 and all supporting documentation identified on that document (e.g., Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service; death certificate and documentation identifying marital status at the time of death; disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service, etc..
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4. 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.
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5. Do you meet one of the following Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
  • Transfer or Reinstatement eligibles: current Federal or former employees with career or careerconditional appointments in the competitive service that hold, or have held a career or career-conditional position at a lower grade level as the position being announced; or,
  • Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) eligibles

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your competitive status or a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
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6. 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.
(limit characters)
7. Are you a former Peace Corps volunteer or VISTA member who has completed your service within the past twelve months?

-OR-
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Are you a former Peace Corps volunteer or VISTA member who has completed your service within the past 36 months and are requesting an extension of your non-competitive eligibility due to your military service, status as a full-time student or other experience related to this position?

-OR-
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Are you a current or former Peace Corps employee who has completed at least 36 months of continuous service and has been separated from the Peace Corps for less than three years?

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your description of service or other proof of non-competitive eligibility. If you are a former Peace Corps volunteer or VISTA member who is requesting an extension of your non-competitive eligibility, please also provide the necessary documentation to support your request.
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8. Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for a Schedule A Disability appointment?

For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must provide appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
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9. Are you currently employed as a Federal civilian employee in the Competitive Service at the same grade level as this position or higher with the same or higher promotion potential?

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status. Your separation SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect
  • career or career-conditional (Tenure field is 1 or 2); AND,
  • your status in the competitive service (Position Occupied field is 1).
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10. Were you formerly, but not currently, employed as a Federal civilian on a permanent competitive appointment and have you never held the grade or full performance level of this position?

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your separation Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status. Your separation SF-50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect:
  • career or career-conditional (Tenure field is 1 or 2); AND,
  • your status was in the competitive service (Position Occupied field is 1).
(limit characters)
11. Are you currently employed as a civilian employee in the competitive service in a Federal agency other than the Agency hiring for this position and have you never held the grade or full performance level of this position?

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status. Your separation SF- 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect:
  • career or career-conditional (Tenure field is 1 or 2); AND,
  • your status was in the competitive service (Position Occupied field is 1).
(limit characters)
12. Are you a veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you:
  • served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (Note: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet the eligibility); OR,
  • are entitled to veterans' preference?

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
(limit characters)
13. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:
  • recently separated (within the past 3 years);
  • are a disabled veteran;
  • served on active duty during a war, campaign or expedition; OR,
  • received an Armed Forces Service Medal?

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. If claiming disability preference, you must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
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Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
1. Do you possess a valid driver license, without impeding restrictions, and issued by a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory? (limit characters)
Maintenance and repair work involves the fundamental application of the following trades and crafts while working as a member of a maintenance team and under continuing guidance for plumbing, mechanical work, rough carpentry, painting, concrete work, and electrical work.

For each task in the following group, choose the statement that best describes your experience and/or training.  Please select only one letter for each item.  Ensure your resume supports the response you select.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Cleaning, repairing, and replacing pipes and fittings for water or sewer lines, hot water heaters, faucets and drains, lavatory fixtures and commodes, and/or control valves. (limit characters)
3. Installing and repairing types of lines such as compressed air, propane, sewer, and portable water. (limit characters)
4. Cutting wood for products such as forms for pouring concrete, storage bins, steps, and/or roof decking to perform repairs or remodeling to field office residences. (limit characters)
5. Sanding or scraping and painting wood structures, concrete structures, door or window frames, and doors. (limit characters)
6. Sandblasting and painting metal such as dam gates, metal buildings, levee gates, wheel controls, and signposts. (limit characters)
7. Mixing, pouring, spreading, and leveling concrete for slabs, walls, ramps, or sidewalks; and repairs existing structures. (limit characters)
8. Replaces 110 volt wall switches and outlets; and assisting other employees in performing more difficult electrical repairs. (limit characters)
9. Operating a three-quarter ton pickup truck on levee structures. (limit characters)
10. Transporting tools and materials to work sites. (limit characters)
11. Refueling vehicles, checking other fluid levels and adding fluids as necessary; washes vehicles, and repairs flat tires. (limit characters)
12. Performing operator-level maintenance tasks to keep vehicles and equipment in safe and serviceable condition. (limit characters)
13. Operating a light farm-type tractor to pull herbicide trailer for the purpose of spraying weed and brush along the levee roads and flat terrain within a floodway. (limit characters)