- Position Title
- Maintenance Mechanic Leader
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- IM-1541-GLCA-23-12116477-ST Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, September 12, 2023 to Tuesday, September 26, 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?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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.
- 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.
3.
Do you meet one of the following Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
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.
- Current Federal or former employees with career or career- conditional 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.
4.
Are you a former member of the Public Lands Corps (PLC) who has served the time required for completing a PLC project carried out on Federal land within the preceding 2 years (an individuals eligibility for NCE under this authority shall not exceed 2 years after completion of his/her last PLC project), and:
• Served as a qualified youth on an appropriate conservation project completing a minimum of 640 hours of satisfactory service that included at least 120 hours through the PLC (individuals must provide a copy of the "Certificate of Eligibility for NCE Hiring Based on PLC Service" and the complete PLC Participant Work Hours Verification Form with your application package in order to be considered under this hiring authority), and
• Meet OPM qualification standards and any other qualification requirement(s) stated in this vacancy announcement for the position in which you are applying.
• Served as a qualified youth on an appropriate conservation project completing a minimum of 640 hours of satisfactory service that included at least 120 hours through the PLC (individuals must provide a copy of the "Certificate of Eligibility for NCE Hiring Based on PLC Service" and the complete PLC Participant Work Hours Verification Form with your application package in order to be considered under this hiring authority), and
• Meet OPM qualification standards and any other qualification requirement(s) stated in this vacancy announcement for the position in which you are applying.
5.
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:
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.
- 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.
6.
Are you a current or former employee of a land management agency (Forest Service; Bureau of Land Management; National Park Service; Fish and Wildlife Service; Bureau of Indian Affairs; or Bureau of Reclamation) who:
To verify your eligibility, you must provide documentation for the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) eligibility, which includes ALL Appointment AND Termination SF-50s for EACH appointment as well as ALL performance evaluations, for each qualifying period of temporary employment claimed.
For more information, review Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA).
- was originally hired to a time-limited position under a competitive appointment; and,
- served one or more time-limited appointments at a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and,
- performed at an acceptable level of service during each period of service; and,
- if no longer employed by the land management agency, have been separated for no more than two years, and departed that position in good standing.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide documentation for the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) eligibility, which includes ALL Appointment AND Termination SF-50s for EACH appointment as well as ALL performance evaluations, for each qualifying period of temporary employment claimed.
For more information, review Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA).
7.
Do you meet one of the following Non-Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, 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; a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50); etc. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
- Disabled veteran receiving 30% or more disability compensation from the VA;
- Transfer, reassignment or reinstatement eligible: current Federal or former employee with career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service that hold, or have previously held a career or career-conditional position at the same or higher grade level with the same or higher promotion potential as the position being announced; or,
- Individual eligible under other non-competitive appointment authorities such as: Veterans Recruitment Authority; Military spouses under E.O. 13473; Certain former overseas employees; Present and former Peace Corps, Vista or Action volunteers; Former White House staff; Present and former Foreign Service officers and employees; Certain National Guard technicians; Schedule A; OPM Interchange Agreement and Other Miscellaneous Authorities.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, 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; a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50); etc. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
8.
Are you a veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you:
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.
- 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.
9.
Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions and you:
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
- 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.
Preferences
1.
My performance is at an acceptable level and I am not serving under a formal Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).
Assessment 1
1.
From the descriptions below select the one response that best describes your ability to lead or supervise as a Maintenance Mechanic Leader WL-4749-10 position. (SCREEN-OUT)
A Maintenance Mechanic Leader at this level possesses journeyman knowledge, and answers questions of other workers on procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives in relation to the operation and maintenance of systems such as administrative facilities, lift stations, micro flush restrooms, pit toilet vaults and workshops. Provides daily direction to at least three (3) workers to accomplish trades work on a regular and recurring basis. Performs non-supervisory work requiring the use of a variety of trade practices similar to those lead. Trades include: electrical, plumbing, utility systems repairer-operator, water treatment plant operations, and wastewater treatment. Passes on to other workers the instructions received from the supervisor by assigning daily tasks to individuals of the work group. This position performs procurement of equipment, tools and monthly billing. 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.
A Maintenance Mechanic Leader at this level possesses journeyman knowledge, and answers questions of other workers on procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives in relation to the operation and maintenance of systems such as administrative facilities, lift stations, micro flush restrooms, pit toilet vaults and workshops. Provides daily direction to at least three (3) workers to accomplish trades work on a regular and recurring basis. Performs non-supervisory work requiring the use of a variety of trade practices similar to those lead. Trades include: electrical, plumbing, utility systems repairer-operator, water treatment plant operations, and wastewater treatment. Passes on to other workers the instructions received from the supervisor by assigning daily tasks to individuals of the work group. This position performs procurement of equipment, tools and monthly billing. 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.
This position operates and maintains a Level 1 Water Treatment Plant and equipment. The incumbent will perform inspection checks and is required to have a current State Level 1 Water Treatment AND Level 1 Water Distribution certificates to confirm they have the skill to repair and/or replace water treatment or distribution equipment. (SELECTIVE FACTORS)
2.
Do you possess a current State Level 1 Water Treatment certificate? If you answer yes, you MUST submit a copy of your certificate with your application package or state in the narrative box below your certificate number to receive further consideration. If you do not provide a copy of your certificate or provide further information below, you will no longer be considered.
3.
Please state in this narrative box your current State Level 1 Water Treatment certificate. Please state the certification number and the expiration date.
4.
Do you possess a current State Level 1 Water Distribution certificate? If you answer yes, you MUST submit a copy of your certificate with your application package or state in the narrative box below your certificate number to receive further consideration. If you do not provide a copy of your certificate or provide further information below, you will no longer be considered.
5.
Please state in this narrative box your current State Level 1 Water Distribution. Please state the certification number and the expiration date.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Check work while in progress and upon completion to determine/ensure supervisor's instructions are being followed and deadlines are met.
7.
Plan, compute, and layout utility repairs and maintenance projects and identify material needs.
8.
Perform operator, recurring and minor maintenance to all assigned equipment and facilities to include oiling, greasing, cleaning, gasket replacement, packing and installing rebuild kits.
9.
Answers questions of supervisor on overall work operations and problems.
10.
Serve as a Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) for contracted building projects.
11.
Assist supervisor in the performance of administrative duties, including purchase requisitions, labor reporting, cost estimating, and organizing and delegating work requests.
12.
Use industry standard diagnostic equipment to analyze test readings and operating conditions and isolate system malfunctions.
13.
Use measuring instruments such as gauges, meters, recorders, and analog displays in the performance of utilities and related equipment and systems.
14.
Use specialized equipment to troubleshoot assigned maintenance projects for the upkeep, operation or maintenance of utilities and related equipment and systems.
15.
Use technical manuals and manufacturers' instructions for the repair, maintenance and operation of equipment.
16.
Inspect work performed by staff for compliance in terms of quantity, quality, and compliance.
17.
Interpret complex blueprints, sketches and building codes.
18.
Utilize building plans, blueprints, and sketches to plan and lay out the routing, placement, slant, slope fall, and proper operation of electro-mechanical systems and equipment.
19.
Plan and sequence work requiring complicated geographical logistics.
20.
Use and maintain tools associated with the plumbing trade such as pipe wrenches, pipe cutters and threading machines, benders, augers, snakes and air equipment.
21.
Use and maintain tools associated with the electrical trade such as voltmeters, multi-meters, multi-testers, locators, soldering irons, conduit benders and wire pullers.
22.
Use and maintain tools such as hammers, power saws, demo saws, cordless screwdrivers, rotary hammers and drills.
23.
Follow federal and state rules when storing, using, handling, labeling and disposing of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with environmental standards.
24.
Install, use, maintain and repair various piping materials from 1 inch to 12 inch diameter including: ridged and flexible copper, galvanized steel, ductile iron, asbestos cement, clay tile, PVC (various schedules), Poly Ethylene and High Density Poly Ethylene (HDPE).
25.
Create materials list and cost estimates for facilities projects.
26.
Work with equipment maintenance materials such as filters, lubricants, degreasers, spark plugs, seals, belts, bearings and universal joints.
27.
Determine what materials, tools and equipment to be used for repair or installation projects.