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Maintenance Mechanic Leader Job Overview
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/14/2026. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligible are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Follow Directions Lead or Supervise Materials Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: Makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, and where the parts of systems worked are in hard-to reach places. This requires workers to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Position frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds. Occasionally, lifts or moves with assistance moderately heavy objects weighing more than 75 pounds. When at a job site, strenuous physical exertion is sometimes required when handling heavy and bulky materials such as sheets of plywood, framing members, piping, conducts and other building and construction materials. Some trades mentioned above use manual or portable power tools for extended periods in uncomfortable positions. Working Conditions: This position may require working in uncontrolled environments, from ladders and rooftops. Position may be subjected to the hazards normally encountered in the trade. Some work is performed in shop areas where the worker is exposed to moderate or high noise levels from operating machinery, particulates in the air, glue fumes, and hazards associated with heating/cooling and other related power equipment. At times, the position is frequently subject to sudden temperature changes when working on equipment such as walk-in freezers units. Position is occasionally subjected to cuts, burns, electrical shocks, and respiratory ailments. Position is required to make repairs and installations in bad weather. Work assignments involve a thorough knowledge of hazardous material handling and related activities. There is a possibility of exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes from spills and/or leaks, and incumbents may be required to wear protective clothing (e.g., rubber boots, coveralls, goggles, aprons, gloves, respirators, etc.)