Remote Field Maintenance Worker (FUL) – Caribbean

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Culebra (PR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Puerto Rico seeks a Field Unit Local Hiring Authority (FUL) - Maintenance Worker to perform intermediate maintenance, rehabilitation, and trade work using hand and power tools at CARIBBEAN ISLANDS NWR COMPLEX in Culebra, PR.

The role involves servicing facilities, maintaining restrooms, roads, parking areas, boat ramps, and more, plus operating tractors and other equipment. Eligible for telework where applicable; apply by the stated deadline.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain restrooms, roads, parking areas, boat ramps, etc. Aid in installation/repair of cabinets, fences, siding, etc.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools including hand saws, drills, planes, routers, power nailers and fasteners, metal shears, power saws, and power sanders and planes to maintain facilities.
• Operate farm tractors, backhoes, mowers and other types of equipment to construct and maintain refuge facilities. Interpret work orders, equipment manuals, and installation instructions to safely complete maintenance, equipment operation, and repair projects, and train staff and volunteers in proper safety practices.

Job description

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Puerto Rico seeks a Field Unit Local Hiring Authority (FUL) - Maintenance Worker to perform intermediate maintenance, rehabilitation, and trade work using hand and power tools at CARIBBEAN ISLANDS NWR COMPLEX in Culebra, PR.

The role involves servicing facilities, maintaining restrooms, roads, parking areas, boat ramps, and more, plus operating tractors and other equipment. Eligible for telework where applicable; apply by the stated deadline.