Job summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce positions to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Performs a variety of skilled and laborer tasks related to the operation and maintenance of the dam structure and appurtenant equipment; administrative, shop and storage buildings; and recreation sites and natural resource features including wildlife habitat developments.

Major duties

Operates trucks, wheeled tractor with front-end loader and backhoe attachments, air compressor, high pressure cleaning equipment, lubrication equipment, chain saw, garden tractor/lawn mowers, hand and power tools and various other equipment items. Operates a boat up to 26 feet on the lake to get to otherwise inaccessible areas. Performs a variety of landscaping and grounds maintenance such as mowing, pruning, cutting of dead trees and shrubs, tree planting, trail clearing, fertilizing, weeding, and other beautification work. May be required to direct temporary employees infacilities maintenance during the recreation season.

Qualification

Who May Apply: US 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 Helper ~ without more than normal supervision. Working from easily understood written and oral directions: mechanical maintenance and grounds keeping for grounds, structures, fixtures, utilities and equipment, without more than normal supervision. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort- The incumbent normally works on project recreation and wildlife area facilities and equipment requiring considerable standing, stooping, bending, walking, and reaching. May perform work on ladders and scaffolds that requires overhead reaching. The work requires the lifting of materials, tools, and equipment that weigh up to 75 pounds. Working Conditions- Majority of work is performed outside with exposure to a variety of weather and temperature extremes. Some tasks may be performed inside. There is exposure to potential insect and snakebite. Is subject to cuts and bruises common to users of hand and power tools. May be subject to strain from lifting or carrying heavy tools or equipment. Is exposed to traffic hazards while driving on both improved and unimproved road surfaces.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.