Hatchery Maintenance Technician — Heavy Equipment

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS); Brimley (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing may be available

Job summary

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Brimley, MI is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform essential repair and preventive maintenance at the hatchery.

You will maintain grounds, buildings, plumbing, electrical systems, and welding, plus operate heavy equipment to support road, dike, and facility work. You must read and apply specifications, use measuring instruments, and follow safety rules while working outdoors in variable weather.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform the work of a Maintenance Mechanic without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT)
• Use of Measuring Instruments
• Knowledge of Materials
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
• Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
• Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Operation of Motor Vehicles and Heavy Equipment
• Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading)

Responsibilities

• Performs non-supervisory maintenance and repair work on grounds, exterior structures, buildings, and related fixtures and utilities on the hatchery.
• Performs plumbing work involving installation, modification, and repair of utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment.
• Constructs, repairs, or modifies building structures and related facilities where accuracy and fit are essential.
• Performs electrical repairs including wiring, connections, and electrical system hookups.
• Operates a variety of heavy equipment for road, dike, and hatchery access tasks.
• Maintains hatchery heavy equipment, replacing worn-out parts and assisting in distribution activities.
• Welds using various processes to repair or fabricate metal parts.
• Serves as Collateral Duty Safety Officer and supports safety program implementation.

Skills

Maintenance work

Measuring instruments

Materials knowledge

Equipment assembly/repair

Technical practices

Tools handling

Heavy equipment operation

Reading instructions/specifications

Job description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Brimley, MI is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform essential repair and preventive maintenance at the hatchery.

You will maintain grounds, buildings, plumbing, electrical systems, and welding, plus operate heavy equipment to support road, dike, and facility work. You must read and apply specifications, use measuring instruments, and follow safety rules while working outdoors in variable weather.