Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Jackson (WY); Remote; USD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available

Job summary

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Jackson, Wyoming seeks a Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic, WG-5803-10. The position is located within the Department of the Interior and Region 6, National Elk Refuge-WY, with housing available but not required.

Duties include operating and maintaining heavy equipment, welding, plumbing, and concrete work as per engineering specifications. First time hires start at the step 1 rate; telework is eligible.

Qualifications

• There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

Responsibilities

• Excavate, build, grade, load, level and finish to exact specifications using excavator, bulldozer, loader, backhoe, road grader, forklift, scraper or trencher; closely to above/below ground facilities and equipment.
• Perform welding using acetylene, electric, and MIG methods; install/repair disposal, water, sewage and filtration systems; oil/gas distribution; install and repair concrete and masonry structures.
• Maintain and repair heavy equipment (draglines, cranes, excavators, dozers, forklifts, dump trucks, graders, backhoes) and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Utilize manuals, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and specs to identify problems and complete maintenance, construction, and installation projects; perform related building repairs.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

This Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic, WG-5803-10 position is located within the Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Region 6, National Elk Refuge-WY in Jackson, Wyoming. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate. Government refuge housing is available but not required.

Key Responsibilities

As a Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic WG-10, your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: Excavate, build, grade, load, level and finish to exact specifications using an excavator, bulldozer, loader, backhoe, road grader, forklift, scraper or trencher close to above and below ground facilities and equipment such as structures, utility lines, culverts, irrigation equipment, fences and pavement, based on engineering drawings as appropriate.

Perform welding activities utilizing a variety of welding methods and equipment including acetylene, electric, and MIG Welder. Perform plumbing installation, modification repair of disposal systems, water filtration systems, sewage systems, oil and gas distribution systems, tubs, fire, sprinkler and shower systems. Install and repair concrete and masonry structures, including forming, pouring, and finishing slabs, foundations, water crossings, block walls, buildings, etc.

Perform routine servicing, operation and repair of heavy equipment such as draglines/cranes, excavators, dozers, forklifts, dump trucks, front-end loaders, motor/road graders, and backhoes. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on heavy equipment, vehicles, pumps, generators, and related equipment using diagnostic and testing equipment.

Utilize technical manuals, wiring diagrams, blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications to identify problems, determine repair methods, and complete maintenance, construction, and installation projects. Perform facility, grounds, and utility maintenance including electrical, carpentry, painting, and related building repairs utilizing a variety of hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.

Requirements & Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $38.13 – $44.49/hr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.