$62 / hour
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This federal position manages the maintenance, repair, and operation of mechanical equipment at a large hydroelectric dam and power plant, including generators, turbines, and auxiliary systems. The role suits experienced mechanics comfortable with heavy equipment, hazardous conditions, and potential on-call emergency response.
Our summary, not U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- Ability to perform on-site inspections of hydroelectric equipment without more than normal supervision
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment failures
- Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds frequently
- Ability to work in hazardous conditions including electrical shock, falls, asbestos, and moving machinery
- Ability to operate flood control outlets
- Ability to work alone in control room and other locations