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Open: October 13, 2026 — Closes: October 26, 2026
Summary
You will serve as a Maintenance Mechanic with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge in Brussels, Illinois. As the Maintenance Mechanic, you will perform a variety of intermediate construction, rehabilitation and maintenance work. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.
Major Duties
Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Operating, repairing, and maintaining a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered equipment with attachments, including but not limited to trucks, trailers, tractors, heavy equipment, skid-steers, All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs), large power units, pumps, sprayers, small engines, boats, welders, and chainsaws. Constructing, installing, repairing, and modifying wood and wood substitute structures and items requiring close tolerance fit and structural soundness. Installing, modifying, and repairing new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment such as sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems, and water closets, tubs, fire sprinkler systems, and showers. Performing preventative and corrective maintenance to grounds, interior and exterior of buildings, and traditional and alternative utilities, heating, refrigeration, and air-conditioning systems. Using and maintaining tools and equipment, records inventory and maintenance, and reports/documents equipment damage or loss.
