Maintenance Mechanic
Location
Vian, Oklahoma, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
3-8 years
Compensation
$28 - $33 per hour
Posted
7h ago
Summary and responsibilities
Role overview
Summary
This position involves maintaining and operating water control structures, performing building and facility repairs including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, and maintaining vehicles and heavy equipment. The role requires operating heavy machinery, documenting maintenance activities, and ensuring safe work practices within the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following:
Maintain and operate water control structures.
Install and repair barbed wire fences and gates, and post and maintain boundary and entrance signs.
Operate and adjust pumps, dams, water control structures and water flow rates.
Measure, monitor and document all water use and levels, control structures, wells, and pumps.
Perform building and facility maintenance by troubleshooting and repairing electrical, plumbing, carpentry, roofing, masonry, and heating and cooling systems.
Maintain and repair vehicles, heavy equipment, and small engines by diagnosing issues, replacing parts, and completing preventive maintenance.
Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, graders, and loaders to support land management, road work, and construction projects.
Train and mentor employees and volunteers while ensuring safe work practices and proper use of tools, equipment, and protective gear.
Maintain accurate maintenance and equipment records by updating logs and entering data into approved systems.
Requirements:
Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
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.
Must possess and maintain a current, valid Class A commercial Driver's License (CDL) throughout employment in this position.
Pre-employment and random alcohol and drug testing are required.
You are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
You must be at least 21 years of age or older to operate government vehicles having a gross weight (GBW) rating of more than 26,000 pounds.
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period.
Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.
Vehicle Operation.
Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment.
Knowledge of Materials.
Use of Measuring Instruments.
Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprints reading).
Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic).
Updated 7h ago
Candidate fit
Skills and qualifications
Additional skills
Experience
3-8 years
Certifications
How this role is positioned
Role classification
Job domains
Industries
Employment
Full Time
Contract duration
Permanent
Hiring type
Direct
Global hiring
Location specific
Offer details
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
$28 - $33 per hour
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Work setup
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Company snapshot
Company
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Team size
Growing team
Location
Vian, Oklahoma, United States
This position is located within the Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Region 2, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Vian, Oklahoma.
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Maintenance Mechanic
Vian, Oklahoma, United States • Full Time