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POWER PLANT MECHANIC A

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Savannah District, Hydropower Branch, Russell Power Plant Maintenance

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will NOT be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants should review the "How to Apply" section of this flyer for more information on how to be considered. This flyer will be used as positions become available. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.


Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/17/2026 to 05/04/2026
Salary
$56.80 - $56.80 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WB 00
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Elberton, GA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
CEDB-26-12940532-DHA-F
Control number
865633800

Duties

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  • This position serves as a journeyman Power Plant Mechanic at a hydroelectric power project and is responsible for the inspection, cleaning, testing, installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of all mechanical equipment.
  • Performs preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and overhauls on mechanical systems such as generators, turbines, pumps, compressors, fans, gear boxes, valves, and hoisting equipment.
  • Installs new equipment, which includes dismantling old systems, assembling new components, and making major modifications.
  • Operates mobile and gantry cranes for loading, unloading, and installing equipment. Performs all necessary rigging to handle materials and equipment.
  • Operates various machine shop equipment such as lathes, shapers, drill presses, bench grinders, hydraulic presses, pipe threaders, and various air or electric portable tools such as drills, grinders, impact wrenches and brazing torches.
  • Follows all safety rules and regulations, properly using safety equipment, and recognizing and guarding against hazards associated with the work environment.
  • Performs work individually, or as a member of a crew, and is responsible for the quantity, quality, and timeliness of work in accordance with accepted trade practices and established procedures.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain a valid State Driver's License.
  • This position may require TOY 10% of the time.
  • Incumbent may be required to sign a DA Form 5019, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Critical Under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program.
  • The duties of this position require the incumbent to pass pre-employment and regular physical screenings to determine fitness for duty.

Qualifications

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcement.

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience: Specialized experience is experience which includes Journeyman level training and knowledge of the maintenance, repair, and installation of mechanical equipment within an electric power generating facility.

Additional information

  • This announcement uses the POWER PLANT MECHANIC A direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
  • 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.

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.

How you will be evaluated

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

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

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. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

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

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

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.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
RL-W2SR05 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-SAVANNAH
DO NOT MAIL
Savannah, GA 31402
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