Maintenance Mechanic

industrial maintenance jobs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks a Maintenance Mechanic (WG-4749-10) for the Staten Island facilities. You will maintain and repair building systems and perform carpentry, masonry, painting, and grounds work to support Coast Guard missions.

Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens, capable of obtaining a Public Trust clearance, and pass pre-employment checks. A valid driver’s license and successful background investigation are required.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Background investigation and pre-employment medical exam may be required.
• Selectee must be able to obtain/maintain a valid state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and repairs on building/systems components; cleaning and repair of interiors and exteriors.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Tools and Equipment Use

Masonry and Construction

Carpentry

Painting and Surface Treatment

Grounds Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Job description

This vacancy is for a WG-4749-10, Maintenance Mechanic, located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG), First Coast Guard district, Sector New York, Facilities Engineering Division in Staten Island, New York.

Major Duties

• You will serve as a Maintenance Mechanic and be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and repairs on commercial and residential building/structure components and systems. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Operating a variety of heavy equipment to perform rigging, excavation, back filling, and grading or leveling earth to rough specifications. Preparing and painting a variety of surfaces such as interiors and exteriors of buildings and all types of materials where appearances as well as surface protection is important. Performing carpentry work to the interiors and exteriors of buildings, to include work on doors, windows, trim, locks, etc. Repairing and maintaining masonry surfaces, such as brick and block walls, concrete walks, steps and curbs, sheetrock, stucco, etc. Performing clean-up and removal of vegetation on grounds, to include, grass, plants, trees, shrubs, etc.

Requirements

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume: Social Security Number (SSN) Date of Birth (DOB) Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position) Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. Key Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov A one-year probationary period may be required. To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation. This position requires a Public Trust clearance. This is not a Bargaining Unit position. Selectee must be able to obtain/maintain a valid state driver's license. Selectee subject to successful completion of pre-employment medical exam. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit. The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule, C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Qualifications

Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than the length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope, and quality of all experience and training, regardless of where or how acquired.

Applicants will be rated and ranked based on their knowledge of the following job elements:

1. Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision
2. Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading)
3. Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
4. Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.
5. Knowledge of Materials
6. Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)
7. Use of Measuring Instruments

National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. Are you qualifying based on education? Submit a copy of your college transcript (unofficial is acceptable) from an accredited institution. Once selected & prior to appointment, applicants must provide an official college transcript. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. (see FOREIGN EDUCATION below). FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. To receive this credit, you must submit evidence of equivalency as provided by a credentialling evaluation service. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications click here Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

Additional Information

E-Verify DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Fair Chance Act The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to [e-mail].

Suitability Statement If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.

Shared Certificates Statement Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.

Special Employment Consideration The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Visit Reasonable Accommodation

More than 1 selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 45 days from the date the certificate was issued.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package,

• health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
• retirement plan
• Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• personal leave days
• paid federal holidays
• flexible work schedules
• tuition reimbursement
• transportation subsidies
• uniform allowance
• health and wellness programs
• fitness centers
• Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits."

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.