Industrial Equipment Maintenance Worker.

Duties

• Brushes clean and vacuums coils, fan, squirrel cage, blower assemblies, motor, drip pan and condensate line (on units used for air conditioning).
• Lubricates motors that do not have sealed bearings. Replaces air filter(s) ensuring there are no air leaks. If filters are washable, washes thoroughly, removing all dirt and grime, thoroughly rinses and reinstalls.
• Checks all structural, mechanical and electrical (including wiring) for integrity and function ability. Problems (including function ability) are to be noted.
• Cleans fresh air intake louvers, screen blowers, and motors by brush and vacuum to remove any accumulation of dirt and grime.
• Lubricates shaft bearings, motor and damper motor when acceptable according to manufacturer's recommendations.
• Brush, cleans, and vacuums coils and motor blower, drip pan, air intake louvers and condensate line to remove any accumulation of dust and grime.
  
  

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a Government Driver's License to operate vehicles.
• This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a universal certification for handling fluorocarbons (CFC's).
• Incumbent is responsible for the proper handling, of specific hazardous wastes generated by the unit, activity or facility; operation of a hazardous waste generation point, and assisting in emergency action involving hazardous waste.
• Operates motor vehicles from 1 ton to 2-1/2 tons and trucks with hydraulic cranes in the performance of duties above.
• A periodic medical evaluation will be conducted by MEDDAC on respirator users annually.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 11.
  
  

Qualifications

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) Industrial Equipment Maintenance Worker ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common tasks of cleaning air vents and heating coils. I can use Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning cleaning supplies and devices. I can clean and oil equipment properly to ensure proper and safe operations. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Physical Effort: The employee uses light to medium physical effort in performing work. The work requires some standing, stooping and walking and lifting of items weighing up to 50 pounds. Occasionally handles items weighing up to 100 pounds. Climbing stairs, ladders and working from lift platforms.

Working Conditions: A majority of the work is performed indoors and in cramped positions. However, some of the work may be performed outside. The incumbent is exposed chemicals when cleaning filters.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• 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.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the
• This is an Logistics Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs MAY be authorized.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives MAY be authorized.
• Student loan repayment MAY be authorized.
• Salary negotiations for candidates new to Federal service MAY be authorized.
• Credit for prior non-Federal experience and certain military service for leave accrual rates MAY be authorized.
  
  

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.