- Position Title
- Maintenance Mechanic
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1544-JEFF-25-12750354-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, June 16, 2025 to Monday, July 7, 2025
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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:
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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.
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.
4.
Are you a United States Citizen?
For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.
For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.
Preferences
1.
When you applied to this job, did you have any engagement with a National Park Service (NPS) Recruiter?
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
Assessment 1
You must show that you meet the experience described below. 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 is a federal job application system. Providing false information or failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely may be grounds for not hiring, for disbarment from federal employment, or for dismissal after you begin work. Falsifying a federal job application, attempting to violate the privacy of others, or attempting to compromise the operation of this system may be punishable by fine or imprisonment.
1.
From the descriptions below select the one response that best describes how your experience/education meets the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision for the Maintenance Mechanic, WG-10 position.
You must be able to work in tight spaces and from high, narrow surfaces. You must mark either A or B for the questions below. If you answer B you will be considered not eligible for this position.
2.
Acrophobia (fear of heights) applies to performing duties from elevations, both stationary and mobile, to heights up to 630 Ft.
3.
Claustrophobia (fear of enclosure).
For each task listed below, select the statement from A through E that best describes your level of experience, education, and/or training. If you leave any question blank, your score will be negatively impacted. ATTENTION: For each question below, you must document your skill level in your resume. This means, for example, that if you rate yourself at the journeyman level (E) for a skill or task, you must document when you have supervised or trained others doing that skill or task. If you rate yourself at the independent level (D), you must show that you did the task as a regular and recurring part of a job. Your score may be lowered for any skills which are not documented. NOTE: If you consider yourself at the journeyman level (E) your resume should support at least 5 years of experience in elevator, and/or facility industrial electrical systems.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Perform as journey-level Maintenance Mechanic in repairing, maintaining and modifying components associated with elevator, or similar mechanical operations.
5.
Independently plan and lay out assignments with a minimum of accompanying instructions concerning the work methods or the materials to be used.
6.
Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repairs of elevator type systems to include bearings, linkages, sheaves, governors and hoist gear reduction assemblies.
7.
Perform journeyman level electrical installation and troubleshooting, to include electronic Programmable Logic Controls.
8.
Prepare worksite by setting up scaffold, ladders, stands, etc.; and cover work areas with protective materials to prevent damage from soil, grease, or stain marks.
9.
Operate and perform minor maintenance of central plant Air Handler Units and chilled water system.
10.
Operate metal fabrication machinery to include lathes, saws, milling machines, arc welders, wire welders, plasma cutters, drill presses, metal brakes and grinders.
11.
Perform minor facility maintenance of plumbing systems to include toilets, urinals, flush meters, waterlines, valves and drains.
12.
Prepare and paint surfaces in a professional manor, clean-up, and properly store paint and supplies.
13.
Prepare record of actions taken on work order requests, preventive maintenance schedules, written instructions, etc., and obtain required coordination and signatures.
14.
Requisition and receive replacement parts, materials, and supplies; validates stock numbers, quantity, and nomenclature on associated paperwork; and notifies supervisor of discrepancies.
15.
Store supplies and equipment in proper bin or rack according to nomenclature, size, and available space.
16.
Perform troubleshooting, repairs, and replacement of electronic controls such as PLCs, proximity switches, relays, transducers, microprocessor boards, and associated devices.
17.
Perform electrical troubleshooting and repairs, both AC and DC, of elevator type systems to include motors, contactors, relays, resistors, control boxes, motors, brushes, switches, and associated wiring.
18.
Perform troubleshooting and repairs to electrical distribution system of industrial complex, to include switch gear, disconnects, load centers, ATS gear, lighting circuits, and wiring.
19.
Perform minor maintenance and repairs to HVAC systems to include pumps, Air handlers, chillers and cooling towers.
20.
Operate emergency generator as part of monthly maintenance and trouble shoot problems during emergency situations.
21.
Operate, maintain and repair various size and type sump and storm water pit pumps.
22.
Test systems/equipment unit upon completion of repair to ensure that equipment and systems operate as intended.
23.
Service power sources by tightening connections, making splices, and insulating exposed wires.
24.
Experience in an industrial trade similar to elevator machinery.
25.
Experience as an Industrial Controls Technician.
26.
Use hand tools, portable power tools, and a wide variety of test equipment to service and troubleshoot electrical and HVAC equipment, including special tools such as: acetylene torch, hydraulic press, and micrometers.
27.
Prepare and gather all necessary tools, equipment, and materials for project or assignment. Pickup all tools and equipment after completion of project or assignment; and clean, oil, and grease before returning to designated compartments, racks, bins, carts, or lockers.
28.
Perform maintenance and repairs using lifting devices such as hoists and rigging devices to ensure the safety of self and others.
29.
Use, maintain, and account for all types of hand and/or power tools and testing devices required to accomplish assigned duties.
30.
Select and obtain appropriate materials and replacement parts by comparison with defective parts.
31.
Learn to find and identify common defects in elevator systems by operating, watching, and listening to the equipment.
32.
Trace and locate defects, determine nature and extent of repairs required, select appropriate tools complete assigned repairs.
33.
Sweep, dust, and remove trash to keep work area clean and orderly.
34.
Follow industry safety practices, procedures, rules and regulations to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
35.
Use and assure proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing such as Arc Flash Clothing, Fall Protection, safety shoes, glasses, ear protection, face masks, and/or hard hats.
36.
Operate equipment in a safe manner, applying established safety rules and regulations to minimize minor violations and to avoid major violations due to error or negligence.
37.
Inform the supervisor of accidents and/or damage to supplies or equipment or of any observed unsafe practices, procedures, and/or conditions.
38.
Ability to learn to perform the more advanced work of the maintenance mechanic trade as a means of developing trade skills and gaining knowledge of the trade.
39.
Apply and interpret information in blueprints, charts, and sketches to select tools and decide on methods and techniques to use to complete assigned project.
40.
Plan and complete work using schematics, building plans, shop sketches, blueprints, oral assignment, technical manuals, and/or work orders.
41.
Use work orders, blueprints, sketches, manufacturers' catalogs, repair manuals, and other instructions.
42.
Independently plan and lay out assignments with a minimum of accompanying instructions concerning the work methods or the materials to be used.
43.
Perform minor facility maintenance of plumbing systems to include toilets, urinals, flush meters, waterlines, valves and drains.
44.
Prepare and paint surfaces in a professional manor, clean-up, and properly store paint and supplies.