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FUL – Maintenance Worker

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service · Department of the Interior

This job in plain English

This is a full-time maintenance worker job at the Columbia River Gorge National Fish Hatchery in Underwood, Washington, run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, part of the Department of the Interior. The job involves building repairs, vehicle and equipment work, and operating heavy equipment and trucks. It is open only to people who live near the site under a local hiring method, and it requires shift work, uniforms, and a Commercial Driver's License.

1 vacancy

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Only U.S. citizens and nationals who live permanently within 50 miles of Underwood, Washington can apply. This is a Field Unit Local Hiring Authority, which means veterans' preference and traditional ranking do not apply.

What you would do

  • Repair electrical, heating, plumbing, and painting systems in buildings and facilities.
  • Maintain and repair vehicles, heavy equipment, and machinery.
  • Operate heavy equipment and commercial trucks, including vehicles that require a CDL.
  • Weld and fabricate metal parts using several welding methods.
  • Train volunteers, mentor employees, and make sure crews follow safety rules.
  • Keep written maintenance records for all equipment operated.

Do you qualify for WG-8?

With experience: Your resume must clearly show that you can independently perform basic maintenance and repair work under normal supervision, including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work. Job titles alone are not enough, so describe the specific tasks you did.

With education: Education cannot replace experience at this grade.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Valid state driver's license for the length of the job
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Class A endorsement, kept valid
  • USFWS-approved pesticide certification within 6 months, if required

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Two-page resume, single-sided, 10-point minimum font, 0.5-inch margins, listing significant jobs and duties
  • Proof of residence such as a mortgage, property deed, lease, utility bill, or insurance policy
  • SF-50 will not be accepted as proof of residence
  • DD-214 or other veteran documentation, if applicable
  • No photographs; remove your image from all documents
  • No Adobe portfolio documents

How you will be rated: The Servicing Human Resources Office checks your resume and documents against the minimum qualifications and eligibility rules. Applicants who meet them may be referred to the hiring official, with no competitive ranking or veterans' preference applied.

Tips for this job:

  • Describe your electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work in detail on your resume, since job titles alone will not count.
  • Keep your resume to two single-sided pages with 10-point font and 0.5-inch margins; longer resumes are not reviewed.
  • Send proof of residence within 50 miles of Underwood, WA, such as a utility bill or lease, but not an SF-50.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. Shift work may be required, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency overtime.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizen or national
  • Background investigation with favorable adjudication
  • Men born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Direct deposit required
  • E-Verify employment check
  • Wear a uniform; uniform allowance provided
  • Shift work, emergency overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required
  • 1-year probationary period
  • Frequent heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted
  • Proof of residence within the defined 50-mile area
  • Pesticide certification within 6 months, if required

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$34.00 – $40.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
WG-8 · Wage Grade (trades and crafts)
Location
Underwood, Washington
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
1
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Maintenance Mechanic (4749)
Announcement
CBYM-27-13104108-DE-RR

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