Maintenance Repairperson

Summary

Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Maintenance Repairperson. Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. For living conditions go to: https://www.usbr.gov/gp/employment/living_conditions.pdf

Duties

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Performs duties of a varied or general nature and intermediate skill level in the maintenance and repair of buildings, dams, powerplants, water conveyance facilities, canals and related facilities. These duties include some combination of carpentry, painting, concrete placement and finishing, pipe work, rough welding, hydrologic data collection, etc. Duties also include maintenance and repair of high-pressure hydraulic systems, HVAC systems, electric motors and hoists, and large emergency generators. Makes routine inspections of the mechanical and electrical equipment and reports unsatisfactory operation and unusual operating conditions to supervisors. Takes and reports dam instrumentation readings for measuring seepage, uplift pressure, and various foundation movement devices. Writes clearance procedures for dam operating equipment and water conveyance systems in accordance with Reclamation Hazardous Energy Control Procedures (HECP). May work under HECP in capacities of operations supervisor, job supervisor, switchman and authorized employee. The duties may include the operation and minor maintenance of light and heavy trucks, wheel tractors, backhoe, front end loaders, slope mower and towing trailer or equipment. Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/. Must have a current valid driver's license by entry on duty and maintain throughout employment. You must pass a physical examination. You may need to complete a statement regarding your physical ability. You are required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority. The incumbent will be required to obtain and maintain a number of applicable certifications and training requirements relating to the position. You may be required to obtain and maintain a Motorboat Operator Certification Course (MOCC). You must be at least 18 years of age or older to operate government vehicles. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. This probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-11/10/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc. Knowledge of Materials Use of Measuring Instruments Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading) Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic) If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire, and if it does not, your application will be marked as not eligible. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions. How You Will Be Evaluated

A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Your resume must not exceed 2 pages. Only the document submitted as the "Resume" under the Documents section will be used to determine your qualifications/eligibility and for rating purposes. In the event you submit more than one resume, only the latest submission will be reviewed. Candidates will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. These procedures place candidates with veteran's preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans with a service-connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category. Under Category Rating, candidates will be rated and ranked into the following categories: Best Qualified - applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are highly proficient in all requirements of the job and can perform effectively in the position Well Qualified - applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in most of the requirements of the job Qualified - applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in some, but not all of the requirements of the job. You will be evaluated on the following competencies and/or job elements: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc. Knowledge of materials Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Current or former displaced Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be well-qualified, score at least 85 (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Providing false or misleading information on your resume or supporting documentation may result in removal from consideration or other action consistent with applicable federal hiring regulations. Applicants who include vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language or information in their application package will be ineligible for further consideration for this position. Other Information

Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement. EXPLORE Act Veteran Hiring Pilot Program The Department of the Interior has created a two-year Veteran Hiring Pilot as established by the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act that aims to expand employment opportunities for Veterans (and eligible transitioning Service Members). This position has been identified as EXPLORE Act Veteran Hiring Pilot eligible. The pilot supports DOI's conservation and resource management mission by connecting qualified Veterans with career opportunities across the Department. To learn more, visit https://www.doi.gov/veterans/explore-act. If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive. A continued service agreement may be required if it is determined you are eligible for a permanent change in duty station (PCS), recruitment, or relocation incentive. Physical Demands: Routinely lifts, carries and moves up to 50 pounds. May be required to lift and move heavier items with the assistance of others and/or with lifting devices. The work requires the employee to push, pull, bend, reach, walk, stand, crawl, kneel, work overhead and work at heights. Climbs scaffolding and ladders. May use power and hand tools to perform work. Working Conditions: Work is performed indoors and outside subject to prevailing weather and terrain. May work in close, restricted quarters causing the employee to work in cramped and awkward positions. Employee works on or around moving equipment and energized sources. May travel to remote locations. Incumbent is exposed to irritation or discomfort from, dust, heat, noise, fumes, and from hard, damp floors or ground. The parts and systems worked on are typically dirty, oily, or greasy. Uses protective clothing and equipment including respirators, supplied breathing air apparatuses, fall protection harnesses, etc. Responsible for maintaining a valid state driver's license and notifying supervisor of expiration dates or revocation of licenses or certifications or changes in physical conditions that would affect operational competency. Responsible for reporting all accidents in accordance with regulations. May be required to operate other equipment such as motor boats, backhoes, batwing mowers, etc. May be required to be on-call 24 hours per day, seven days per week during water season every year to operate dam equipment for the purpose of maintaining flows and flood control operations. May be required to carry an electronic device for the purpose of being contacted while on-call. All Department of Interior (DOI) employees, their spouses, and minor children may not acquire or retain any claim, permit, lease, small tract entry, or other rights granted by the Department in Federal lands, with limited exceptions. Additional ethics prohibitions can be found here, https://www.doi.gov/ethics/ethics-prohibitions.