Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor

Arlington National Cemetery•Arlington, VA
•Onsite

About The Position

Serve as a technical and administrative supervisor over the Facilities Maintenance organization at Arlington National Cemetery. Since May of 1864, Arlington National Cemetery has served as the nation's premier military cemetery and shrine honoring those men and women who served in the Armed Forces. Duties Direct the work of a diverse technical facilities maintenance organization and exercises full supervisory personnel management authority. Plan work to be accomplished by establishing priorities and ensuring work quality and adherence to schedules. Develop performance objectives, completes annual evaluations, and manages employee training, grievances, and disciplinary actions. Apply knowledge of multiple technical trades to plan the future work of facility maintenance staff. Determine staffing, equipment, materials, and scheduling needs to execute maintenance work efficiently and effectively. Assign tasks, explain work methods, reviews work in progress, and implements corrective actions to resolve work-related problems. Coordinate work across units while ensuring proper safety procedures. Direct emergency repair actions and manages staff responses during inclement weather, providing reports and briefings to senior leadership.

Requirements

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Valid driver's license is required.
  • May be required to transport others in and around the cemetery.
  • Must wear uniform IAW AR 670-10 and local policy.
  • Position requires the employee the ability to lift up to 50 pounds (LBS), considered heavy lifting.
  • Position has been designated "Mission Essential".
  • This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to applicant testing and random drug testing.
  • One year probationary period may be required.
  • Ability to do the work of an Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor without more than normal supervision.
  • Must possess the ability to lead others in planning, directing, and coordinating a wide range of facilities maintenance activities across multiple skilled trades-including plumbing, electrical work, pipefitting, carpentry, engineer equipment operations, and general maintenance.
  • This includes the ability to assign work, establish priorities, interpret policies and procedures, and ensure quality and timely completion of tasks.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • Selectees will be required to sign DA Form 5019 requiring participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
  • Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

  • Ability to Lead or Supervise
  • Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
  • Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.
  • Knowledge of Materials

Responsibilities

  • Direct the work of a diverse technical facilities maintenance organization and exercises full supervisory personnel management authority.
  • Plan work to be accomplished by establishing priorities and ensuring work quality and adherence to schedules.
  • Develop performance objectives, completes annual evaluations, and manages employee training, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
  • Apply knowledge of multiple technical trades to plan the future work of facility maintenance staff.
  • Determine staffing, equipment, materials, and scheduling needs to execute maintenance work efficiently and effectively.
  • Assign tasks, explain work methods, reviews work in progress, and implements corrective actions to resolve work-related problems.
  • Coordinate work across units while ensuring proper safety procedures.
  • Direct emergency repair actions and manages staff responses during inclement weather, providing reports and briefings to senior leadership.

Benefits

  • A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
  • As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
  • Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
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