A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. Booker T. Washington National Monument is seeking a permanent Maintenance Worker. Park housing is not available, but housing is available in several communities close to the park. Moving costs will not be provided.

Duties

This position provides maintenance assistance in a variety of areas including recurring buildings, trails, grounds, and/or utility maintenance. Duties to include carpentry, painting, plumbing, roofing, electrical, custodial/labor, and motor vehicle operation. Computer use for email will be required. Performs simple and routine maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, equipment and related utilities. Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions. Assists higher graded maintenance workers or tradesmen in the performance of their work. Receives, unloads and processes incoming shipments according to established procedures. Ability to use simple hand tools. Reports discrepancies and damage to others responsible for such items. Ability to operate light vehicles and equipment such as pick-up truck and fork lift.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc.Knowledge of materialsTechnical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic)Use of Measuring Instruments SCREEN OUT: Have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex maintenance and repair work using a variety of trades such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, janitorial, painting, roofing, landscaping and other trades appropriate to this position. Skilled in performing building maintenance such as repairing interior and exterior of structures, replacing windows, patching roofs, cleaning and servicing restrooms and other facilities, unclogging drains, repairing faucets, staining and painting. Skilled in maintaining and repairing grounds, roads and trails by mowing, weed eating, pruning, picking up debris and litter. Operate a forklift to load and unload supplies and light equipment. Repair and operate a variety of tools and equipment associated with the trades above. Considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence. If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. Volunteer Experience: 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). 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.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.

Contacts

• Address Booker T Washington National Monument 12130 Booker T. Washington Hwy Hardy, VA 24101 US
• Name: Mary Dignard
• Phone: 978-895-0319
• Email: [email protected]