Maintenance Mechanic; Seasonal

Duties

• Performs all aspects of the carpentry, plumbing, and painting trades at journeymen level. Repairs and maintains historic buildings, government housing, support structures and buildings within accepted safety, health and sanitary conditions.
• Performs plumbing on potable water and wastewater systems and related equipment such as pipes, fittings, sinks, toilets, and fixtures.
• Performs electrical wiring necessary to maintain existing 120- and 240‑volt electrical systems and troubleshoots and repairs 24- and 48‑volt photovoltaic power systems.
• Plans and lays out projects, making modifications when necessary. Inputs data into the computerized Facility Management Software System (FMSS) and uses electronic email and word‑processing programs as a component of daily work activities.

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.

• Driver’s license requirement (Screen Out):
  The incumbent must have and maintain a valid driver’s license. Applicants who do not possess this requirement at closing of the announcement will not be considered.

Physical effort is heavy to moderate, requiring occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50 pounds, unassisted, following proper lifting procedures. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions.

Exposed to a variety of seasonal weather conditions while working outdoors (temperatures –40 to 90+ degrees). Subject to danger of falling from ladders or scaffolding. Exposed to dust, dirt, wind, and rain. May work with dangerous chemicals and around moving equipment; paints, solvents, etc. May be exposed to electrical shocks, and biting insects.