Maintenance Mechanic (Utilities)

You will serve as a Maintenance Mechanic (Utilities) and be responsible for performing preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance and repairs, and replacement projects in the areas of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.

Typical work assignments include: Installing, modifying, repairing, trouble shooting (tracing and locating defects), loading and testing new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems, fixtures, electrical wiring, controls and equipment.

Installing, modifying, and repairing new and existing utility supply and disposal systems and equipment such as sewage, water, oil and underground water distribution mains and systems, water closets, tubs, fire sprinkler systems, sewage disposal stations Making repairs to HVAC systems in residential and commercial units, to include small and domestic natural gas and oil fired heating units and systems, hot air furnaces, low-pressure hot water and steam boilers, refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation systems, controls and circulators.

Performing minor carpentry repairs to the interior and exterior of buildings and structures.

Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than the length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope, and quality of all experience and training, regardless of where or how acquired.

Applicants will be rated and ranked based on their knowledge of the following job elements: 1) Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREENOUT) 2) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 3) Knowledge of Electrical Equipment 4) Knowledge of Materials 5) Plumbing and Pipefitting 6) Use of Measuring Instruments National Service Experience (i.e., 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.