JOB SUMMARY: What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? Salary per hour: $29.60 (Step 01) to $34.60 (Step 10); NOTE: First time hires to the Federal Government are typically hired at the Step 01. This position is under a bargaining unit. MAJOR DUTIES: As a Maintenance Mechanic within the Great Lakes Science Center, some of your specific duties will include: Facilities Management and Maintenance at Great Lakes Science Center Tunison Laboratory of Aquatic Science Utilize Facility Maintenance Management System (FMMS) to preform maintenance and repairs to facility systems. Respond to Emergency alarms and ensure safe operation of facility and water research. Troubleshoot and resolve building operations faults. Serve as a Contracting Officer's Representative for facility contracts. Physical Effort The work of this position involves considerable physical effort and strength. The majority of the work involves continuous hands-on operation of facility utility systems and equipment, to include grounds work and construction projects. The work requires a considerable amount of daily walking, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, climbing, ladder work, roof work, lifting of 100 pounds or more, and working in strained or cramped positions. In emergency situations, large volumes of work may be required in a short period of time, which may cause extreme stress or anxiety. Work involves considerable physical effort in the operation of power tools, working from elevated sites, handling of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building materials and the removal and repair of large, cumbersome pieces of equipment. Working Conditions The work is most often performed in scientific laboratory spaces or mechanical systems rooms. Approximately 25% of the time, work is performed outdoors in severe cold, ice, heat, sun, rain, or wind conditions. Design, planning, estimating, and other duties are performed in an office environment. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.