General Maintenance and Operations Leader Job in Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

Vacancy No. MCFT-26-13065898 DHA Department United States Army Installation Management Command
Salary $40.18 to $46.88 Grade 11 to 11
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/18/2026 Close Date 10/2/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD


General Maintenance and Operations Leader

Department of the Army
United States Army Installation Management Command
US ARMY GARRISON DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE DIV BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS BR

Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel in the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: Serves as Team Leader for ten or more employees in accomplishing trades and labor work, within the Directorate of Public Works, Operations and Maintenance Division, Buildings and Grounds Branch. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required at time of appointment.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

The Public.

Duties

  • Serves as Team Leader for ten or more employees in accomplishing trades and labor work.
  • Passes on to other workers instructions received from supervisor and starts work (e.g. by assigning the immediate tasks to be performed by individual members of the group led).
  • Ensures that needed plans, blueprints, materials, and tools are available, and that needed stock is obtained from supply locations.
  • Sees to it that there is enough work to keep everyone in work crew busy.
  • Inspect ISO containers.
  • Climb ladders, scaffolds, and work from platforms. May work in cramped and awkward positions, reaches, bends, lifts while using tools, parts, and/or equipment.
  • Leads, coordinates, assigns, and reviews work of 10+ trades employees.
  • Ensures work methods, deadlines, and safety procedures are followed.
  • Provides on the spot guidance, demonstrations, and technical instruction.
  • Obtains materials, tools, and equipment to support work operations.
  • Monitors progress, resolves issues, and reports delays or training needs.
  • Works alongside crew performing journey-level tasks.
  • Ensures compliance with blueprints, specifications, and supervisory instructions.
  • Enforces safety, housekeeping, and equipment capacity rules.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Tier one investigation status must be maintained for the duration of employment.
  • Must serve one year probationary period unless already served.
  • Must have and maintain valid State driver's license for the duration of employment.
  • Subject to emergency recall, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and weekend schedules.
  • Physical exam required and annually thereafter.
  • This position has been designated as Mission essential. Must report to work during inclement weather and plan to stay until mission has been completed.
  • Must be able to obtain a license and operate a variety of Material Handling Equipment up to and including 50,000 lbs. including a container handler.
  • Must wear Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) issued my management when required.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to pass a drug test prior to appointment and as required thereafter.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) General Maintenance and Operations Leader ~ without more than normal supervision.
I have the ability to perform common tasks such as: Lead the work of maintenance personnel. Assign work to plan the use of workers, equipment, facilities, materials and tools on a day-to-day or project-by-project basis. Perform trade duties independently with solid knowledge of methods, techniques, and safety practices. Use standard trade techniques, accepted methods, and proper tools to perform maintenance, repair, installation and operational tasks. Operate shop equipment, mechanical tools, selected engineering or tractor equipment safely and efficiently. Read basic plans, sketches, technical manuals, work orders and apply them to accomplishing tasks. Troubleshoot routine mechanical, electrical, or structural issues. Practice work safety in various environmental conditions to include indoors/outdoors, confined spaces, and elevated platforms. Complete routine tasks efficiently with minimal assistance and produce work that meets trade standards. I have experience of a Maintenance Mechanic, Locksmith, Electrician, Pipefitter/Welder, Sheet Metal Mechanic, Plumber, Painter, General Maintenance and Repair Leader, Sign Painter Inspector, High Voltage Electrician, Material Handler (MVO), Tools and Parts Attendant, Carpenter, Painter.

Selective Placement Factor
This position has selective placement factor which must be met prior to employment and for continued employment. For the General Maintenance and Operations Leader you MUST HAVE A COMMERICAL DRIVER'S LICENSE (CDL) UPON APPOINTMENT TO THE POSITION.


- Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.




PHYSICAL EFFORT: Lifts objects from moderate to heavy weights. (Maximum weight of 50 lbs., anything over 50 lbs. will have assistance.) Climbs ladders, scaffolds, and work from platforms. May work in cramped and awkward positions, reaches, bends, lifts while using tools, parts, and/or equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work inside and outside in a variety of weather conditions. Subject to exposure to dust and dirt, grease, fumes, noise, etc. Workers are also subject to cuts, burns, bruises, electrical shocks, etc. Safety equipment is provided to minimize hazards.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
  • This is an Installation Maintenance Career Field (CF) position.
  • The following special programs/incentives MAY be offered if it is appropriate to the position being filled and in the best interest of the government:
    • Recruitment Incentives
    • Relocation Incentives
    • Student Loan Repayment
    • Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized.
    • Credit for prior non-federal work experience and certain military service for determining annual leave accrual rate may be authorized.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements.

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

1. Your resume:

  • Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
  • For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
  • Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume.
  • If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For additional information, to include formatting tips, see: What to include in your resume.
2. Other supporting documents:
  • Cover Letter, optional
  • Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
  • This position requires a job-related license or certification, COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE (CDL). You MUST submit a copy of your license or certification with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/02/2026 to receive consideration

  • To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13065898).
  • Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. As a reminder, your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. For additional information, refer to the 'Required Documents' section.
  • You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. Your resume selected in USAJOBS will be included, but you must re-select other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application may be incomplete.
  • It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
  • Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/applicant/profile/dashboard/), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
FT-W4QVAA US ARMY IMCOM-USAG APG
DO NOT MAIL
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005
US

Next steps

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking (as applicable) for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.

United States Army Installation Management Command


Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.

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Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
FT-W4QVAA US ARMY IMCOM-USAG APG
DO NOT MAIL
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005
US

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