Maintenance Worker Job in Republican City, NE

Vacancy No. CEDE-26-12812444-DHA Department U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Salary $26.07 to $30.42 Grade 7 to 7
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/15/2025 Close Date 10/24/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Republican City, NE


Summary

About the Position: You will serve as a Maintenance Mechanic at Harlan County Lake under the supervision of higher graded employees performing Laborer, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, pesticide, small water craft operation and mobile equipment servicer duties.

Internal Status Candidates should apply to Job Opportunity Announcement number CEDE-26-12812445-MP.

Duties

  • Perform digging work related to such tasks as planting of trees, building sidewalks, breaks up hard surfaces, mixes and pours concrete.
  • Constructs, alters or repairs wood or wood substitute structures, e.g., forms for concrete, building repairs and roofing to provide a serviceable product.
  • Makes plumbing repairs by replacing broken valves, pipes, etc. Performs digging tasks for uncovering lines and laying plumbing systems.
  • Performs simple electrical tasks such as removing, replacing, and splicing defective wiring, equipment and fixtures.
  • Operates and maintains pesticide equipment to control noxious weeds in campgrounds, roadsides and natural resource areas.
  • Operates boat in connection with buoy work, emergency operations procedures, place or move courtesy boat docks, fish attractor installations, removal of trees or debris from water and similar procedures which require boat operation.
  • Services automobile and mobile equipment by checking and maintaining proper oil, gas, and water fluid and air pressure levels and lubricates equipment.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Valid state Drivers License is required.
  • Obtain and maintain a current Corps of Engineers motorboat operators license including all requirements of the District Licensing Policy within 1 year of appointment.
  • Obtain and maintain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) within 1 year of appointment.
  • Complete Pesticide Operator’s training within 1 year of appointment.
  • Pre-employment physical is required prior to appointment and annually thereafter.
  • Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement up to 5% for official duties/training.
  • 1 year Probationary Period may be required.
  • This is a drug testing designated position subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter.

Qualifications

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

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) Maintenance Worker ~ without more than normal supervision. Candidates must have the ability to perform common Maintenance Worker tasks such as: the use and operation of common hand and power tools, equipment, and/or measuring devices of the carpentry, plumbing, and/or painting trades. Must have the ability to detect simple deficiencies and perform simple preventive maintenance tasks and have the ability to work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
  • Physical Effort: Requires standing for prolonged periods, walking, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting. Performs digging work and loads and unloads supplies and equipment. Uses heavy chains to place buoys courtesy docks and removing trees. Handles heavy or awkward items with assistance of hoisting equipment or is aided by other employees. On occasion, the above tasks will be done while wearing protective gear restricting the employee's movement and ability to perform routine functions.
  • Working Conditions: Works outside in all types of weather, frequently in wet, icy, muddy and dirty conditions. Exposed to frequent sun and noise and other environmental conditions. Also exposed to cuts and bruises in using tools and working near moving machinery, strains while using heavy tools and equipment, slips and falls in wet or icy weather and from hoisting equipment, and the possibility of electric shock and burns. Danger of drowning exists when working over water.

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.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • 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.
  • This is a Logistics Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Recruitment or Relocation incentive may be authorized if determined to be in the best interest of the government.

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.

Benefits

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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.

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

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 10/24/2025 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/12812444).
  • 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

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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.


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