Maintenance Worker.

Department of War Education Activity (DOWEA); Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of War Education Activity (DOWEA) in the United States seeks a Maintenance Worker to perform outdoor grounds upkeep, equipment installation prep, and building maintenance across work sites. The role includes operating 8–10 ton government vehicles to transport equipment and materials.

Applicants should be able to work in varying weather, follow instructions, and perform physical tasks such as lifting and bending.

Qualifications

• No specific length of training or experience required.
• Candidates should demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities with minimal supervision.
• Evaluations focus on listed competencies for the position.

Responsibilities

• Load materials into vehicles and drive materials to work sites.
• Carry materials to work sites and prepare sites for equipment installation.
• Perform gardening, grounds maintenance and landscaping tasks.
• Operate mowing, snow removal and related equipment.
• Perform building maintenance on work sites.
• Drive 8–10-ton vehicles to move equipment.

Skills

Work without supervision

Blueprint reading

Tool use

Equipment knowledge

Job description

• Load materials into vehicles and drive materials to work sites.


• Prepare sites for equipment installation and clean up when jobs are complete.


• Perform gardening techniques to maintain grounds.


• Operate landscaping, mowing and snow removal equipment.


• Perform building maintenance on work sites.


• Drive 8-to-10-ton vehicles, such as Sedans and pickup trucks, to move equipment.
  

Duties

• Carry materials to work sites.


• Load materials into vehicles and drive materials to work sites.


• Prepare sites for equipment installation and clean up when jobs are complete.


• Perform gardening techniques to maintain grounds.


• Operate landscaping, mowing and snow removal equipment.


• Perform building maintenance on work sites.


• Drive 8-to-10-ton vehicles, such as Sedans and pickup trucks, to move equipment.
  

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement.


• Proof of U.S. Citizenship required.


• Direct deposit of pay is required.


• One year probationary period may be required.


• Appointment subject to a suitability/fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation.


• This position requires a Tier 1 (T1) investigation with Childcare Checks since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age.


• A pre-placement medical examination is required.


• Incumbent must be able to operate a government vehicle within 45 days of date of hire.- Drivers license is required.


• Work may include assignment to first or second shift.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens

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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element):

Ability to do the work of a(n) Maintenance Worker without more than normal supervision. Applicants must meet the screen out element to be considered further. To meet the screen out element, applicants should document experience or show the ability to do the following: mowing, trimming, driving trucks, operating hand tools, and performing light maintenance work. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

• Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision


• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)


• Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment


• KNOWLEDGE OF EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION, REPAIR, ETC.


• PHYSICAL EFFORT: Moderate physical activity is required in intermittent lifting and carrying of repair materials and tiring working positions are encountered. The work requires considerable standing and walking, pushing of carts, bending and stooping. Occasionally climbs ladders to prune or trim vegetation and frequently lifts heavy objects such as bags of fertilizer, grass seed, etc. Work requires climbing, stooping, and working in cramped places. Hiring official would like the incumbent to be able to lift up to 45lbs.


• WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is usually performed outside under moderate temperature conditions. Outside work requires exposure to all types of weather conditions, heat, sun, rain, and snow and extreme cold. Workers are in contact with usual elements such as dirt, dust, mud, water, unpleasant odors. Hands become soiled by contact with tools, materials and equipment. Gloves and safety goggles are worn occasionally when using power tools. Unpleasant odors are encountered occasionally. Inside work areas are sometimes damp and drafty or subject to inadequate ventilation. Incumbent is subject to cuts and bruises during repair operations. There is danger of injury from falls from ladders or roofs. Subject to be called in after duty hours and weekends. Operate 5-to-8-ton dump trucks to transport personnel, equipment, and supplies.

Additional information

• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of War referral system for displaced employees.


• Salary is based on the local prevailing rate.


• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.


• Applicants with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should notify [e-mail]


• This position is covered by the bargaining unit.


• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the


• This position requires a 1-year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest

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.

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.