This position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Navajo Region in Crownpoint, New Mexico. The incumbent supports the Road Maintenance Program of the Navajo Region, Division of Transportation, Maintenance Branch at various Agencies by providing equipment operations and general labor. NOTE: TRAVEL AND RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE AUTHORIZED. ANY RELOCATION EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH REPORTING FOR DUTY WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SELECTED EMPLOYEE.

Duties

Operates machinery to repair and restoration of earth roads, graveled roads, paved roads and bridges. Operates an assortment of power and pneumatic tools including diesel-powered air compressor, and air-powered tools. Performs routine preventative maintenance and emergency service on equipment. Attend meetings and training as required. Strictly adheres to the Agency Safety Program. Keep field records on equipment maintenance and operation. Performs a variety of general labor duties in the preservation, repair and restoration of earth roads, graveled roads, paved roads and bridges.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Indian Preference applies
• You will be required to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit
• You may be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
• If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
• Incumbent is required to operate a government motor vehicle, must possess a valid driver's license, and have a safe driving record within the 3 year period immediately preceding submittal of GSA Form 3607.
• This position is subject to both pre-employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Candidates for this position will be evaluated under the Federal Wage System Qualifications. Applicants will be rated on the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Each of the job elements must be addressed on the assessment questionnaire in order for the applicant to be rated for this position. Your resume must reflect the answers to your assessment questionnaire. Element # 1: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (Screen-out Element) Element # 2-E: Knowledge of equipment assembly, installations, repair, etc. Element # 25-E: Technical practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Element # 60: Use of Measuring Instruments Element #75-A: Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprinting reading) Element #81: Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Element #82-A: Knowledge of Materials Physical Demands: Applicants must demonstrate that they are fully capable of performing strenuous work. Position requires average or above average strength, ability, and muscular endurance to perform assigned duties. Frequently carries, lifts, and supports items weighing up to 100 pounds and occasionally objects weighing approximately 150 pounds. Working Conditions: The work is predominately outdoors and will expose the incumbent to all kinds of weather, on all kinds of terrain and works under hazardous/dangerous conditions with proper training requirements in place. Operator must adhere to proper dress standards. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date. Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (title 25, USC Section 472).

Education

There is no education requirement for this position.

Contacts

• Address BIA Center for Recruitment Albuquerque BIA Center for Recruitment Albuquerque 1011 Indian School Road, NW Suite 136 Albuquerque, NM 87104 US
• Name: Agnes Teller
• Phone: (505) 563-5122
• Email: [email protected]