Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor

National Park Service•Petrified Forest National Park, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The National Park Service is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor at Petrified Forest National Park to supervise tradespeople who maintain park facilities. The supervisor directs employees performing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and road maintenance work; oversees a fleet of up to 20 maintenance vehicles and equipment, along with shop equipment; and ensures maintenance requests are assigned. The role has full supervisory responsibility for park maintenance operations and subordinates, with latitude to plan, schedule, and execute approved work programs and to use personnel, equipment, materials, and methods effectively and economically within established instructions, procedures, and policies. The position also serves as the park’s Collateral Duty Safety Officer, helping ensure implementation of and compliance with safety regulations, and acts as a Contracting Officer’s Representative on construction, service, and supply contracts. The work involves coordinating and monitoring projects across dispersed park locations, adjusting staffing and schedules for emergencies, weather, and seasonal needs, and supervising projects throughout the park. The incumbent must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. A uniform is required, and occasional exposure to particles and fumes may require respirator use and participation in a respiratory protection program.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license throughout employment.
Must complete training and obtain and maintain a government charge card with travel and purchase authority.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a current COR Level 1 Certificate within one year of appointment.
Must meet the stated minimum age requirement: at least 18, or at least 16 with one of the listed education, training, or student-work conditions.
Must meet the job-related factors, including ability to lead or supervise; knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, and repair; technical practices; use of measuring instruments; ability to interpret instructions and specifications, including blueprint reading; ability to use and maintain tools and equipment; and knowledge of materials.
Must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and average at least 2 points across all job elements.
Must demonstrate physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must wear a uniform and comply with uniform standards.
Respirator use, when required by hazards that cannot be eliminated, requires participation in a respiratory protection program, including medical evaluations, fit tests, and proper-use procedures.
Must pass a background investigation and receive favorable adjudication.
Must pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
Must participate in Direct Deposit.
Applicants must document relevant experience and training in their resume; the announcement specifies documentation of work schedule and hours for experience credit.

Nice To Haves

Volunteer experience may be credited when it provides qualifying experience, knowledge, or skills relevant to the position.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct subordinates in electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and road maintenance trades and crafts.
Oversee a fleet of up to 20 maintenance vehicles and equipment, as well as shop equipment.
Direct park maintenance operations and ensure all maintenance requests are assigned.
Plan, schedule, and execute approved work programs, using personnel, equipment, materials, and methods effectively and economically.
Serve as the park Collateral Duty Safety Officer and help ensure implementation of and compliance with safety regulations.
Act as a Contracting Officer’s Representative on construction, service, and supply contracts.
Monitor and coordinate work across multiple locations and adjust schedules and staffing for emergencies, weather impacts, and seasonal requirements.
Supervise and inspect projects in progress throughout the park.