Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Division Position

This position is in the maintenance division of Agate Fossil Beds National Monument. The position requires working knowledge of a variety of maintenance duties, including painting, carpentry, plumbing, equipment operation, landscaping, cutting grass, plowing snow, janitorial duties, etc. This position serves as the lead operator for the water system, which includes sampling, maintenance, and administration of the well systems within the park.

Repairs and maintains historic buildings, government housing, support structures and other park assets within accepted safety, health, and sanitary conditions.

Uses and maintains a variety of equipment including gasoline-powered pickup truck with front-attached snowplow, zero-turn riding mower, large Tool Cat with forklift, small Bob Cat with forklift, and a full-sized tractor. Uses a variety of hand tools including drills, saws, hammers, table saws, wrenches, weed whackers, leaf blowers, etc.

Perform plumbing on potable water and wastewater systems and related equipment such floats, fittings, sinks, toilets, and fixtures.

Performs janitorial duties including cleaning restrooms and emptying trash and recycling receptacles.

Incumbent will utilize basic computer skills daily, such as word processing; internet-based communication and training; and internet-based facility management i.e. the Facility Management Software System (FMSS). Incumbent will perform FMSS data collection and input, by use of computer and handheld portable devices.

Assists in planning and estimating time and materials for projects and computerized maintenance systems.

This is not a supervisory position, but the incumbent will provide general direction, guidance, and advice to one or two seasonal maintenance employees.

Works independently without technical supervision. Conducts assessments and makes recommendations to ensure all work is conducted safely. Takes required trainings in safety and operational leadership. This position may serve as a Contracting Officer's Representative or Technical Representative for service and construction contracts.