Position: Maintenance Mechanic, WG 10

Division: Newark Field Office

Location: FBI Firearms Range; Fort Dix Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (U.S. Army Post)

Working Hours:

Salary: WG 10 - $29.39 - $34.32 (Hourly)

$61,336.93 - $71,625.84 (Annually)

Full Performance level: WG - 10

Number of Positions Available: 1

Duration: Full Time/Permanent

Additional selections may be made from this announcement to fill positions within the same division when the position includes substantially the same duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Key Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must have (or be able to obtain) a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret-SCI clearance
• Some travel may be required

ALL applicants must verify completion of the basic education requirement by submitting a copy of college transcripts by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (if applicable)

Physical Effects:

The incumbent may work from ladders, scaffolding and in hard to reach spaces. Duties require the employee to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. The incumbent may be exposed to bruises, burns, electrical shock, and other injuries in performing repairs and inspections. Some work may be sedentary. Ability to lift and carry approximately fifty (50) pounds.

Working Conditions:

Incumbent will be required to work in inclement weather such as extreme heat, drought, rain, snow, wind etc. Inside work is normally in a building that is adequately heated or cooled, well lit, and ventilated, however, some buildings may not have these amenities. Proper clothing and equipment should be used to mitigate exposure to the elements. Will be exposed to chemicals, fumes, lead dust, propane, gunpowder, solvents, cleaners, and high levels of noise. Incumbent takes required precautions to minimize exposure. Handles HAZMAT materials and uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary. The incumbent may be required to work shifts, to include weekends, and/or holidays, performing a variety of specialized duties associated with day-to-day operations. May be called upon to respond to a maintenance emergency at any time.

Mission Statement:

The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.

Major Duties:

Management will leverage employee's strong trades along with subject matter experts to accomplish projects. Professional training will be provided as required and/or needed. Major duties to include, but not limited to:

• Upkeep of the FBI Firearms Range and its facilities, complexes, buildings, grounds, structures, fixtures, utilities, and relevant equipment.
• Maintain and repair target systems and structures.
• Obtain and transport ammunition, targets, and other supplies to assist with the set up and breakdown of ranges.
• Perform grounds maintenance by mowing grass, trimming, ground irrigation, snow and ice removal, trash pick up, varmint removal, pest control, etc.
• Perform a variety of general labor duties.
• Repair equipment, buildings or other structures by welding, grinding, cutting various metals.
• Operate light and heavy equipment and perform preventative maintenance.
• Purchase and maintain general inventory of common supplies and parts to operate and maintain the range and all related systems, facilities, and equipment.
• Conduct OSHA mandated inventory of Hazardous Chemicals and maintains the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and/or Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all applicable items located at the range.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI’s Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status.

Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Most Competitive, Competitive, or Least Competitive. Names of candidates in the Most Competitive category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Veterans’ preference will be applied.

All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:

• Initiative
• Communication
• Organizing and Planning
• Problem Solving/Judgment
• General Construction/Repair

Work Experience (WE):

WG-10: Applicant must possess experience that demonstrates their ability in a variety of trade practices associated with the following:

• Perfroms carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical, heating and air conditioning, painting, grounds maintenance/landscaping, locksmith, general labor, and other trade type work.
• Set up and breakdown ranges by transporting ammunition, targets, and other appropriate supplies and clearing range area of expended ammunition casings to ensure casings are stored properly.
• Test range systems prior to use; ensuring area is free from debris; providing any corrective action as necessary.
• Maintain grounds to ensure all grounds are free from trash, mowing and trimming grass, shrubs, etc., irrigating, fertilizing/mulching, snow/ice removal, removal of wildlife and insect infestations as needed.
• Purchase and maintain a general inventory of supplies to operate and maintain the facility and equipment.

Education

Education may not be substituted for work experience for this grade level.

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