Maintenance Worker

Indian Health Service•Cass Lake, MN

29d

About The Position

This position is with the Facilities Management Division with the Indian Health Services. The primary duties of this position are to perform installation, maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance on the plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems in the Health Center. Wage is determined by Duty Station. Certain locations are covered by a Locality Pay Table A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Requirements

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.
Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.
This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.
Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance.
This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination.
Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.
Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).
Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.
Resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience.
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
Candidates for this position will be evaluated under the Federal Wage System (FWS) Job Grading Standards.
Applicants will be rated in the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Each of the job elements must be addressed on the on-line assessment questionnaire in order for the applicant to be rated for the position.
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level.
Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).
You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
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.

Responsibilities

Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on refrigeration, air conditioning, and heating systems; inspects components (compressors, filters, ducts, etc.), cleans or replaces parts, and reports major issues to HVAC mechanics.
Maintains and repairs water and waste systems, clears drains, replaces pipes and fixtures, installs pumps and valves, insulates water lines, and tests plumbing systems after repairs.
Performs routine carpentry and structural maintenance, including framing, partitions, shelves, doors, and windows.
Measures and cuts materials, installs and adjusts components, and fabricates simple sheet metal items.
Repairs and installs basic electrical wiring, fixtures, switches, outlets, and breakers; identifies faults using simple testing tools and refers complex problems to electricians.
Sets concrete forms, mixes and pours concrete for sidewalks and slabs, performs surface repairs, and conducts basic brick, block, and stone masonry work.
Uses a computerized maintenance management system to receive, document, and close work orders.
Performs painting and surface preparation, snow removal, grounds maintenance, and assists with moving and delivering supplies and materials.