Maintenance Mechanic: Heavy Equipment & Systems

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS); Brussels (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) seeks a skilled technician to maintain a wide range of equipment and facilities. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, repair work, and record-keeping across diverse machinery and building systems.

Applicants should demonstrate hands-on ability with power tools, measuring devices, and blueprint interpretation, along with a commitment to safety and proper documentation of work performed.

Qualifications

• Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out).
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
• Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic).
• Use of Measuring Instruments.
• Knowledge of Materials.
• Knowledge of Engine Mechanics.
• Theory and Instruments (Electrical, Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices.
• Ability to Use Hand Tools, Power Tools, etc., for Metal Work.
• Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading).

Responsibilities

• Operating, repairing, and maintaining a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered equipment with attachments, including trucks, trailers, tractors, heavy equipment, skid-steers, ATVs, UTVs, power units, pumps, sprayers, engines, boats, welders, and chainsaws.
• Constructing, installing, repairing, and modifying wood and wood substitute structures requiring close tolerance and structural soundness.
• Installing, modifying, and repairing utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment such as sewage, water, oil, gas distribution, water closets, tubs, and showers.
• Performing preventative and corrective maintenance to grounds, buildings, and utilities, heating, refrigeration, and air-conditioning systems.
• Using and maintaining tools and equipment, keeping records, inventory, and reporting equipment damage or loss.

Skills

Equipment knowledge

Tool handling

Blueprint reading

Maintenance skills

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) seeks a skilled technician to maintain a wide range of equipment and facilities. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, repair work, and record-keeping across diverse machinery and building systems.

Applicants should demonstrate hands-on ability with power tools, measuring devices, and blueprint interpretation, along with a commitment to safety and proper documentation of work performed.