Engineering Equipment Operator

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service • Charles City, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Region 5, Eastern Virginia Rivers National Wildlife Refuge Complex, in Warsaw and Charles City, Virginia. At the full-performance level (WG-08), the operator supports wildlife habitat maintenance and enhancement, refuge infrastructure, visitor services projects, safety, and facilities. The work is performed primarily outdoors, with a small portion in an office setting. A uniform is required, and a uniform allowance is provided. First-time federal hires normally start at step 1.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. citizen or national.
• Pass a background investigation and receive favorable adjudication.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Participate in Direct Deposit and successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License within 12 months of hiring.
• Undergo pre-employment and random alcohol and drug testing; a verified positive test prevents appointment.
• Be at least 18 years old to operate government vehicles.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Wear a uniform and comply with uniform standards.
• May be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform the work without more than normal supervision, operation of motor vehicles, safe driving and equipment operation, sound work practices, ability to interpret instructions and specifications, and reliability and dependability.
• Meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and average at least 2 points across all job elements.
• Describe relevant experience and training in the resume; the resume must document experience and support assessment responses and must not exceed two pages.
• There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System positions.

Responsibilities

• Operate agricultural tractors, skid steers, backhoes, and other heavy equipment to maintain and enhance wildlife habitats and maintain gravel roads.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on tractors, skid steers, backhoes, sprayers, UTVs, light- and heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and other equipment.
• Work with staff and volunteers on wildlife habitat and visitor services projects.
• Serve as Collateral Duty Safety Officer for the four-refuge complex, conducting annual safety inspections and routine maintenance and performance testing of safety equipment.
• Oversee contractor projects on refuges, ensuring work is completed on time, meets contract parameters, and adheres to industry standards.
• Maintain buildings and facilities.
• Assist with fleet utilization and purchasing, conduct annual personal property inventories, and act as Receiving Official for personal property.

Benefits

• Uniform allowance
• Relocation expenses for eligible applicants changing duty station, subject to applicable Federal Travel Regulation requirements; moving expenses are taxable and home-sale relocation contracts are not covered
• Federal employees and their families have access to a range of benefits; specific eligibility depends on position type

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed