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Canyon De Chelly National Monument
Field Unit Local (FUL) Hiring Authority Maintenance Worker
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A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.
$38,990 / year median in Arizona
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Summary You will serve as a Maintenance Worker at Canyon de Chelly National Monument. The primary purpose of the position is to perform recurring building and/or utility maintenance and operation duties and to assist journeymen and other higher graded maintenance workers. Incumbent utilizes knowledge and skills in several trades and crafts. Learn more about this agency Summary You will serve as a Maintenance Worker at Canyon de Chelly National Monument. The primary purpose of the position is to perform recurring building and/or utility maintenance and operation duties and to assist journeymen and other higher graded maintenance workers. Incumbent utilizes knowledge and skills in several trades and crafts. Learn more about this agency Overview Help Open 09/10/2026 to 09/23/2026 Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Chinle, AZ No matching locations found. Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $27.13
- $31.61 per hour Pay scale & grade WG 7 Promotion potential None Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time
- You may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Travel Required Occasional travel
- You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 5 nights per month.
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Control number 883862500 This job is open to Help The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Special authorities Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed in another hiring path. Clarification from the agency This position is being filled under the Field Unit Local Hiring Authority and is open to U.S. Citizens and Nationals who meet all eligibility requirements, including permanent and exclusive residency within the defined vicinity of the field unit as described in this announcement. Under this authority, veterans' preference and traditional rating and ranking procedures do not apply. Videos Duties Help Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following:- Performs carpentry repairs and construction, including doors, windows, shelving, siding, steps, and other structural components using standard hand and power tools.
- Applies paints, stains, and finishes on a variety of interior and exterior surfaces, assists with prep work, and maintains painting equipment.
- Completes basic plumbing tasks such as replacing fixtures, valves, and pipes; winterizes systems; and performs limited electrical repairs using common trade tools.
- Builds and repairs small concrete projects by setting simple forms, mixing and placing concrete, and performing basic finishing work with oversight.
- Conducts masonry work of limited scope on historic or contemporary structures, preparing materials, repairing damaged sections, and documenting work performed.
- Operates wastewater or water system equipment when required, monitoring gauges, recording data, collecting samples, and adjusting chemicals or flow rates according to instructions.
Driver's License:
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.Uniform:
You are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.Minimum Age Restriction:
You must be at least (1) 18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program. Age Restriction (MVO): You must be at least 18 years of age or older to operate government vehicles.Probationary Period:
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year Probationary Period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. This Probationary Period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Additional Requirements located under qualifications- Qualifications Requirements Continued .
QUALIFICATIONS
To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF A MAINTENANCE WORKER, WG-4749-7 WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION
(SCREEN OUT) Have experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the full range of Maintenance Worker tasks in at least two of the trades listed assisting journeymen or other higher graded maintenance workers. Experience must be demonstrated in at least two of the following trades: Carpentry (constructs, installs, repairs and replace items such as doors, shelves, etc.); Painting (preparing surfaces, determine painting materials to be used and method of application, and painting a variety of surfaces); Plumbing (replace various valves, unions, elbows, fixtures, toilets, faucets and various types of pipe and copper lines, cut and thread pipes, winterize water systems, etc.); Roofing (repairs and patching, tar and paper, metal foam roofs and asphalt shingles); Electrical (repairs including removing, replacing, tightening, splicing, and insulating defective wiring and fixtures; Cement Finishing (building and setting forms for sidewalks and steps, mixes pours, spreads, and levels cement and concrete in preparation for final finishing; Masonry (maintenance, measures, determines amount of concrete, sets forms, pours and finishes concrete to blueprint standards and project specifications); Wastewater Plant Operator (monitoring equipment and gauges, performing routine tests, recording the results in reports, collecting samples, adjusting the rate of flow and amounts of chemicals to be used; Water Plant Operator (monitoring pumping equipment, regulating water, reading meters gauges and charts, recording readings and preparing reports). Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc. Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials Use of Measuring Instruments Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading) Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic) If your knowledge and ability in theSCREEN OUT
factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.Volunteer Experience:
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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions. Additional information This position will be filled under the Field Unit Local Hiring Authority. Eligibility is limited to applicants who reside within the defined local commuting area at the time of application. For this announcement, the local commuting area is the area from which individuals can reasonably commute to the duty station under normal conditions. The defined vicinity for this position is: within 100 miles radius of 3 miles East of Hwy 191 on Rt N7, ChinleAZ 86503.
You must provide proof of residency within the defined vicinity (e.g. mortgage or property deed, lease/rental agreement, utility bill, insurance policy, etc.). See the Required Documents section for information on how to verify current residence. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate. This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies.Physical Demands:
Physical effort is heavy to moderate and requires occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50 pounds, unassisted, following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions.Working Conditions:
Exposed to a variety of seasonal weather conditions while working outdoors (temperatures- 40 to 90+ degrees).
DD-214 , SF15
, letter from Veteran Affairs , etc. Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials- you must remove your image from all documents. Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices. How to Apply Help To apply for this position , you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. To receive consideration, your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/23/2026
- unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement to receive consideration.
Note:
When you click Update Application , you will be prompted to re-select your documents from USAJOBS. Documents submitted with the first application will no longer be associated with the applicant record. So it is important that you select all documents you want to use in the re-application. Agency contact information DOI Service Delivery Team 1, Unit B (IMR) Email StaffingTeam1_IMR@ios.doi.gov Address Canyon De Chelly National Monument 3 mi E of Hwy 191 on N7 Chinle, AZ 86503 US Next steps Please refer to your USAJOBS account for application status; the Human Resources Office cannot respond to individual status inquiries. Once your Occupational Questionnaire has been received, you will receive an acknowledgment confirming your submission was successful. Applicants who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements will be referred to the selecting official for consideration. Under this authority, all applicants determined to be qualified may be referred. If your name is referred, you may be contacted directly by the hiring official for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your application at key stages in the process, including when candidates are referred for consideration and when the selection process has been completed. You can find your path with the Department of Interior at https://careers.doi.gov/ Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for employment consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or background checks, and/or verification of your education. If you are selected, you will be contacted personally by the Human Resources Office posting this announcement. Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Required Documents Help The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/23/2026 unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement: Two Page Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed. Resumes must not exceed two single-sided pages and resumes longer than two pages will not be accepted. The minimum font size is 10-point for all body text. Headers may be slightly larger but must remain legible. All resumes must maintain a minimum 0.5-inch margins on all sides to ensure readability and prevent excessive content compression. Including supplemental pages or attachments disguised as resume extensions are prohibited and will not be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Proof of residence (e.g. mortgage or property deed, lease/rental agreement, utility bill, insurance policy). SF-50 cannot be accepted as proof of residence. Veteran Documentation , if applicable, such as:DD-214 , SF15
, letter from Veteran Affairs , etc. Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials- you must remove your image from all documents. Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices. How to Apply Help To apply for this position , you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. To receive consideration, your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/23/2026
- unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement to receive consideration.
Note:
When you click Update Application , you will be prompted to re-select your documents from USAJOBS. Documents submitted with the first application will no longer be associated with the applicant record. So it is important that you select all documents you want to use in the re-application. Expand Hide how to apply Agency contact information DOI Service Delivery Team 1, Unit B (IMR) Email StaffingTeam1_IMR@ios.doi.gov Address Canyon De Chelly National Monument 3 mi E of Hwy 191 on N7 Chinle, AZ 86503 US Next steps Please refer to your USAJOBS account for application status; the Human Resources Office cannot respond to individual status inquiries. Once your Occupational Questionnaire has been received, you will receive an acknowledgment confirming your submission was successful. Applicants who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements will be referred to the selecting official for consideration. Under this authority, all applicants determined to be qualified may be referred. If your name is referred, you may be contacted directly by the hiring official for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your application at key stages in the process, including when candidates are referred for consideration and when the selection process has been completed. You can find your path with the Department of Interior at https://careers.doi.gov/ Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for employment consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or background checks, and/or verification of your education. If you are selected, you will be contacted personally by the Human Resources Office posting this announcement. Expand Hide next steps Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number requestBenefits
- Dental Insurance
- Relocation Assistance