Maintenance Mechanic

U.S. Coast Guard•New London, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This vacancy is for a WG-4749-10 Maintenance Mechanic with the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, CG Academy Public Works Section in New London, Connecticut. The position performs preventive, emergency, and routine service work in refrigeration, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and plumbing trades throughout the grounds. Work includes recording time and material expenditures; scheduling, completing, and documenting tasks; following preventive-maintenance schedules and manufacturer instructions; repairing and maintaining large air-conditioning systems; and installing, modifying, and repairing utility supply and disposal systems and equipment. Systems and equipment include sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems; water closets, tubs, fire sprinkler systems, and showers. The mechanic also maintains, repairs, and installs water distribution systems and components as needed. Applicants must meet the position’s physical requirements and successfully complete a pre-employment physical. A valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record are required. A one-year probationary period may be required, and suitability for Federal employment will be determined through a background investigation.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Must be registered with or exempt from the Selective Service.
Must provide a valid state driver's license and have a safe driving record.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical and meet the physical requirements of the position.
Must meet the screen-out element: ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.
Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, and repair.
Knowledge of technical practices.
Ability to use measuring instruments.
Ability to interpret instructions and specifications, including blueprint reading.
Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
Knowledge of materials.
Must meet the Office of Personnel Management Job Qualification Handbook requirements for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Responsibilities

Log expenditures of time and materials, and schedule, complete, and record work tasks.
Follow established preventive-maintenance schedules and manufacturer maintenance instructions.
Repair and maintain large air-conditioning systems that provide heating, cooling, humidifying, dehumidifying, cleaning, filtering, and air circulation.
Install, modify, and repair utility supply and disposal systems and equipment, including sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems; water closets, tubs, fire sprinkler systems, and showers.
Maintain, repair, and install water distribution systems and components as necessary.