Maintenance Worker

Maintenance Worker

ID:FW1608-FL-002Location:Boynton BeachProgram:FWS

Wage/Hr:$18.00Hours/Week:29 hours per week - Estimated 660 total hoursMinimum Age:55

For over 25 years, National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) hasspecialized in connecting experienced workers (ages 55+) with full-time andpart-time job opportunities that support the critical missions of FederalAgencies across the United States.

NEW Solutions connects experienced workers (ages 55+) with the U.S. Fish andWildlife Service (FWS). These experienced professionals provide administrative,scientific, technical, and operational support to the U.S. Fish and WildlifeService through the Experienced Services Program (ESP).

Positions listed here do not guarantee employment for any definite period.Enrollment in the Experienced Worker Programs administered by NEW Solutions istemporary. The enrollment relationship between NEW Solutions and the Enrollee isan ?at-will? relationship. This means that an Enrollee is free to terminateenrollment at any time during the enrollment period, and NEW Solutions and theAgency have the right to terminate the relationship with the Enrollee.

PLEASE NOTE: An ?Enrollee? is not a federal employee, nor an employee of NEWSolutions. An ?Enrollee? is a participant in a grant program established througha Cooperative Agreement funded by the agency and administered by NEW Solutions.

This opportunity applies to applicants legally eligible to work in the UnitedStates.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 year(s) of experience in Facilities Maintenance or Constuction ORHS/GED Degree

Experience in operating equipment such as a skid steer and tractor ispreferred but not required.Experience required with Windows, MS OutlookDuties:

General grounds and facility maintenance at the Arthur R. Marshall LoxahatcheeNational Wildlife Refuge (NWR). Work will include landscaping; maintenance andrehabilitation of existing, worn infrastructure components, and natural area,trail and facilities upkeep, rehabilitation, and maintenance. Minor equipmentmaintenance and equipment operation may be required.

Facilities Maintenance ? Uses hand and power tools to repair, replace andmaintain damaged or worn property. Performs maintenance, installation, andrepair of mechanical and physical components of facilities and grounds. Providesroutine plumbing, electric, water plant, HVAC systems maintenance, repair andenhancement as examples. Conducts routine carpentry, metal work, painting,cleaning, and landscaping. Conducts as needed janitorial services. Test drinkingwater for CL three times per week. 50%Grounds Maintenance and Project Support: Posts signs, digs trenches, plantsvegetation, installs, maintains and repairs fences and gates. Mows, trimsvegetation, weed eats and pulls weeds by hand. Treats unwanted vegetation withherbicide. Assists in maintenance of natural areas, parking areas, roadways andtrails. 30%Equipment operations - operates gasoline, battery, electric ordiesel-powered equipment such as lawn maintenance tools, riding mowers, tractor,skidsteer. Ability to operate equipment utilizing multiple attachments includingbut not limited to brush cutting, brush mastication, lifting, hauling,shipping. 15%Perform administrative duties related to time keeping. Maintain Serviceproperty, such as computers, cameras, printers and other hardware or softwareneeded for the position. 5%

Other:Travel Requirements: Transportation around the refuge. Occasional travel maybe requested to assist other refugees with projects and emergency response.Government Vehicle Training: Defensive drivingHealth and Safety Considerations: Training would be provided to operateequipment as needed, in order to gain Service Certification to operate.Required Safety Gear: Proper PPE including but not limited to safety-toedboots, hard hat, ear/eye protection, and gloves will be providedSafety Gear Use: While doing maintenance workPhysical requirements: Must be able to stand for long periods of time (up to4 hours). Must be able to walk up to mile to project location sites. Must beable to lift 50 lbs. without assistance Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of thisposition.

NEW Solutions is committed to promoting equal opportunity and to an environmentfree from discrimination and harassment in any form administering ExperiencedWorker Programs under cooperative agreements with federal agencies. It is NEWSolutions' policy to comply with all applicable laws that provide equalopportunity and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in enrolling participants inthe federal programs.