USA Staffing

Position Title: Maintenance Worker
Agency: Forest Service
Announcement Number: 24-CHI-OCR-12178508-DP Opens in new window
Open Period: Monday, October 30, 2023 to Wednesday, July 3, 2024

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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)

Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

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A. Yes

B. No

Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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.

A. Yes

B. No

4. Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below:

• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. You may only select up to 9 location(s).

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2. Are you a current or former Political appointee, Presidential appointee, and/or non-career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointee?

A. Yes

B. No

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

1. From the descriptions below, select the appropriate response based on your level of experience, education, and/or training, that you fully possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform Maintenance Worker duties.

A. I have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex maintenance and repair activities associated with buildings and grounds maintenance. I am skilled in the use and operation of common hand and power tools and measuring devices of the carpentry, painting, concrete and masonry and plumbing trades to perform a variety of tasks in performing maintenance of buildings and facilities. I am considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence.

B. I have the ability to perform the full range of maintenance and repair activities associated with buildings and grounds maintenance. I am skilled in the use and operation of common hand and power tools and measuring devices of the carpentry, painting, concrete and masonry and plumbing trades to perform a variety of tasks in performing maintenance of buildings and facilities. I work on my own initiative under general supervision subject to occasional inspection.

C. I have the experience in two or more of the following occupations: plumbing, carpentry, painting or other related trades. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed.

D. I have the ability to perform simple repair or maintenance work or I have received training on the use of basic hand tools.

E. I do not possess the abilities described above.

2. Performs general carpentry work such as measuring, cutting, constructing, installing, repairing, and modifying wood, composite, and wood substitute 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

3. Conduct safety inspections of facilities, documenting safety hazards, working condition of facilities, and functionality

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.

4. Perform plumbing repairs and maintenance associated with toilet flush mechanisms, drains and traps, faucets, sinks, water heaters, and water supply lines.

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.

5. Clear plugged fixtures such as toilets and sewer lines.

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. Assist in planning, managing and executing a maintenance management plan in coordination with a maintenance supervisor.

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. Conduct testing, sampling and record keeping of water systems.

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.

8. Operate handheld and mobile radios

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.

9. Operate hand and power tools needed to maintain both interior and exterior spaces of the facility.

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.

10. Use tools and equipment such sandpaper, paintbrushes, rollers, and spray guns.

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.

11. Perform grounds maintenance work, including clearing brush, seeding and sodding, clearing timber, policing grounds, waste disposal, mowing, repairing damaged roadways and cleaning ditches.

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.

12. Answer maintenance and repair related questions by visitors or refers them to the appropriate authority.

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. Please select the statement(s) that reflect your educational achievement(s). Transcripts, certificates, or other appropriate documentation must be included with this application to verify GPA, degree, and/or completion of trade or vocational school program.

A. I have a grade point average (GPA) of 2.7 or above for all completed courses at the time of this application or for all completed courses during the last two years of high school or college.

B. I have a GPA of 3.0 or above in my major field of college study for all courses completed at the time of this application or for all courses completed during the last two years of a 4 year curriculum.

C. I am (was) a member of a college national honor society (does not include a freshman honor society).

D. I have completed all the requirements for an advanced degree in a field related to this position (e.g., M.A. or Ph.D.).

E. I have a GPA of 2.7 or above for at least 24 semester hours (or equivalent) of coursework, above the high school level, that is directly related to the work of this position.

F. I have received a certificate or other indicator of successful completion of a trade or vocational school program that is directly related to the work of this position.

G. None of the above.

14. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Submitting false information or attempts to falsify information may be grounds for disqualifying you or for terminating you after you have been hired. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.

A. Yes, I certify, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by me with my application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that I have truthfully and accurately represented my work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, certifications, accomplishments, etc.). I understand that the information provided is subject to investigation. I understand that misrepresenting my experience or education, or providing false, fraudulent or inaccurate information in or with my application may be grounds for not hiring me or for terminating me after I begin work. I also understand that false or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).

B. No, I do not certify and I understand that by responding no to this certification that I will not receive consideration for this position.

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