Industrial Maintenance Mechanic – Lab & Field Facilities

US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS); Athens (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

USDA Agricultural Research Service, Southeast Area, US National Poultry Research Center located in Atlanta, Georgia, seeks a Location Support Staff member to perform critical maintenance and repair duties across facilities.

The role requires working both indoors and outdoors, following strict safety guidelines, and being able to operate in shifts including nights, weekends, or holidays when needed to support mission requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform repairs and installations at benches, supports, ladders, and overhead areas.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of parts and equipment up to 40–50 pounds.
• Must wear PPE and follow safety protocols for hazardous chemicals and lab environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair work on benches, supports, plumbing fixtures, and equipment at the National Poultry Research Center locations.
• Work performed inside and outside, under various weather conditions, following safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Job description

USDA Agricultural Research Service, Southeast Area, US National Poultry Research Center located in Atlanta, Georgia, seeks a Location Support Staff member to perform critical maintenance and repair duties across facilities.

The role requires working both indoors and outdoors, following strict safety guidelines, and being able to operate in shifts including nights, weekends, or holidays when needed to support mission requirements.