- Position Title
- Maintenance Worker
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R5-25-12743453-SC-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, June 2, 2025 to Monday, June 9, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Career Transition Assistance Plan:
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.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in the agency posting this job announcement with CTAP eligibility?
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.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in the agency posting this job announcement with CTAP eligibility?
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)
Are you a current or former federal employee considered displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency posting this job announcement?
Are you a current or former federal employee considered 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.
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.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency posting this job announcement?
4.
U.S. Citizens
Are you a U.S. citizen or national?
Are you a U.S. citizen or national?
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF A MAINTENANCE WORKER WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION (SCREEN-OUT).
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.
At the WG-06 level, the Maintenance Worker is expected to assist higher graded Maintenance personnel in performing common and typical tasks related to a variety of trades. Examples of duties which are common and typical include: 1) maintaining station grounds using mowers, weed eaters, tractors and herbicides, 2) maintaining restrooms, roads, parking areas, boat ramps, etc., 3) aid in installation/repair of cabinets, fences, siding, etc., 4) assist in mixing and pouring cement, 5) operate gasoline and diesel vehicles, 6) wash and fuel vehicles and equipment, 7) winterize all refuge buildings.
The employee is required to wear the FWS uniform in accordance with Part 041 of the Fish and Wildlife Service Manual.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
I understand that I will be required to wear the US FWS uniform according to FWS policies.
Ability to Obtain and Maintain a Valid Driver's License.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
I understand that I will be required to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Use a variety of hand and power tools including hand saws, drills, planes, routers, power nailers and fasteners, metal shears, power saws, and power sanders and planes to maintain facilities.
5.
Uses and maintains tools and equipment, records inventory and maintenance, and reports or documents equipment damage or loss.
6.
Assist with repairs that can be accomplished by removing, cleaning, replacing, packing, and sealing defective parts of utility, supply, and disposal systems such as dirty traps, sections of broken pipe, faucets and leaky drains.
7.
Apply standard measurements, specifications, and instructions when constructing, installing, or repairing items such as frame structures, decking, partitions, shelving, doors, forms, and siding.
8.
Measure, cut, construct, install and repair wood products where the finished appearance of work products is not the primary consideration.
9.
Perform general maintenance on facilities (e.g., painting, electrical, plumbing, siding).
Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Perform operator maintenance on vehicles, tractors and equipment.
11.
Operate and perform operator maintenance on one or more motor vehicles including platform trucks, van trucks, stake trucks, dump trucks, passenger shuttle vans, cargo vans, etc.
12.
Perform basic repairs on equipment such as: Off-Road Utility Vehicles, Snowmobiles, Amphibious Vehicles, All-Terrain vehicles, etc.
Technical Practices (Operation of Motor Vehicles).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Operate farm tractors, backhoes, mowers and other types of equipment to construct and maintain refuge facilities.
14.
Operates farm-type tractors and towed or attached equipment to maintain grounds, dikes, canals, levees, marshes, fire maintenance/prevention, and road medians or perform farming functions.
15.
Operate platform, van or stake trucks and cargo vans to pick up and deliver materials and equipment or tow equipment to various locations and work sites.
16.
Maneuver vehicles over uneven terrain, over improved or unimproved roads, and through congested areas exercising caution when backing to load or unload at docks, ramps, and similar locations.
17.
Determines the manner and sequence of loading cargo to achieve load balance and adequate protection for fragile items.
Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Keeps written maintenance records for all equipment operated.
19.
Documents maintenance actions and logs as required in computer systems.
20.
Read written instructions on the safe use and maintenance of tools and equipment.
21.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations to maintains a safe and clean work environment.
Assessment Questionnaire Certification.
22.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith.
I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position.
I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position.