Field Maintenance Technician — Wildlife Refuge

U.S.-Fish-; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is seeking a Maintenance Worker to support the upkeep of facilities and grounds within the refuge. The role may require overnight travel and the use of a government travel charge card.

A probationary period applies and selection emphasizes demonstrated ability to perform maintenance tasks with minimal supervision. The position requires meeting multiple job-related factors and documenting relevant experience in the resume and assessment questionnaire to

Qualifications

• Ability to work with minimal supervision (Screen-out)
• Technical practices including operation of motor vehicles
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc.
• Proficiency with measuring instruments and gauges
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
• Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, including blueprint reading
• Knowledge of materials used in maintenance tasks

Skills

Supervision-free work

Motor vehicle operation

Equipment assembly/repair

Measuring instruments

Tools and equipment maintenance

Blueprint reading

Materials knowledge

Job description

Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is seeking a Maintenance Worker to support the upkeep of facilities and grounds within the refuge. The role may require overnight travel and the use of a government travel charge card.

A probationary period applies and selection emphasizes demonstrated ability to perform maintenance tasks with minimal supervision. The position requires meeting multiple job-related factors and documenting relevant experience in the resume and assessment questionnaire to