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Summary
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This job is open to
The public
Clarification from the agency
This is a Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Direct Hire Authority (DHA) notice open to the Public.
Duties
- Serves as first line supervisor over the day-to-day operations of overhead electrical, water plant management, sewer/storm drain management, plumbing/sprinkler maintenance and HVAC, ventilation, and electronic controls.
- Inspects and ensures contractor work is done properly and in compliance with contract specifications. Ensures energy conservation measures are taken as required by regulation.
- Provides input into a yearly and five year management update/plan which includes materials, chemicals and budgeting needed for projects that are scheduled for completion during the upcoming year.
- Provides input regarding training needs, water treatment chemicals/kits, expenditures, small equipment and hand tools requirements for budget purposes.
- Plans and schedules work assignments and/or projects daily and weekly for employees on the basis of assigned work orders, service orders and standing operating orders.
- Incumbent must possess a valid state driver’s license and be capable of operating government vehicles from ½ ton pickup to 2 ton trucks.
- Incumbent must be EPA Certified in the repair of HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Tour of Duty: Flexible (https://www.dla.mil/Careers/Join-Our-Team/Benefits/#Work)
- Security Requirements: Non-Sensitive
- Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
- Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
- Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
- Bargaining Unit Status: No
- Licenses/Certifications: Valid state driver’s license and certification and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Certification.
- Completion of Supervisory Certification Program: Required
- Mission Essential: This a Mission Essential (ME) position. The incumbent may be required to report to work in the event of a natural disaster, inclement weather, or crisis.
Qualifications
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties at the level for which you are applying. Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and the required ability or potential to perform the job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition.
The SOE and minimum qualifications for this position is: Must possess a valid state driver's license and be capable of operating government vehicles from ½ ton pickup to 2 ton trucks.
Selective Placement Factor: Incumbent must be EPA Certified in the repair of HVAC and refrigeration equipment. Certification is required for all air conditioning mechanics who open and service refrigeration and air conditioning equipment or are otherwise responsible for same, as part of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) no venting rule. After November 14, 1994, it is illegal for anyone to work on air conditioning equipment unless they are EPA certified, Regulation No. 40 CFR, Part 82.161. Persons who maintain, service, or repair low and high pressure equipment as described in C82.161, (a) 1, (a) 2, (a) 3, must be properly certified as universal technicians. PLEASE PROVIDE A COPY OF THE CERTIFICATION. FAILURE TO PROVIDE A COPY OF THE CERTIFICATION WILL RESULT IN YOU BEING RATED INELIGIBLE.
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.
The incumbent of this position has been designated as an emergency employee. The term "Emergency Employee" is used to designate those employees who must report to work in emergency situations. Emergency dismissal or closure announcements do not apply to these employees. The employees who occupy these positions may be required to report for duty in any situation that prevents significant numbers of employees in the local area from reporting for work on time or which requires agencies to close all or part of their activities.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Additional information
For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf
Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf
Information for Veterans is available at: http://www.dla.mil/Careers/Programs/veterans.aspx. As of 23 December 2016, Military retirees seeking to enter federal service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they would be appointed within 180 days following their official date of retirement.
Drug-Free Workplace: The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has established a Drug-Free Federal Workplace Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for DLA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with DLA for a period of six months. This policy extends to random testing for the use of illegal drugs by employees who occupy testing designated positions defined as sensitive in Section 7(d) of Executive Order 12564. The Defense Logistics Agency's Drug Free Workplace Plan's drug testing panel includes testing for the following illegal substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates (codeine/morphine), 6-Acetylmorphine (heroin), phencyclidine, amphetamines (amphetamine/methamphetamine), methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone. ADVISORY: By using cannabidiol (CBD) products you are risking a positive drug test result for marijuana.
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.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Direct Hire Evaluation: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. This vacancy will be filled through a Department of Defense Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. The rule of Three, Veteran's Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. We will evaluate your application for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience meets the basic qualification requirements described in the announcement. All applicants who meet the qualifications and other basic requirement are eligible for referral and selection consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
Required Documents
To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package. Each Application Package MUST include:
- Your Resume: IMPORTANT UPDATE: Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. If your resume exceeds the two-page limit, you will be removed from consideration for this announcement. The resume and required supporting documentation should provide the minimum qualifications and relevant experience for the announced position. Must include the work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for qualifications and referred for selection consideration, if eligible. The resume must not be more than 5MB and should be saved and uploaded as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages. We also accept GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, TXT, PDF, ODT or Word (DOC or DOCX). We do not accept PDF portfolio files. Page margins should be 0.5 inches, and font styles must be legible. Consider using 14-point size font for titles and 10-point for the main text. We recommend using a font like Lato, if available. Other widely available options are Calibri, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, Open San Source Sans Pro, Roboto or Noro Sans.
- Applicable documents to support the eligibility(s) for which you are applying. Please review the following link for a listing of the additional documents you will need to provide: Supporting Documents.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
This job will close when the agency has received 100 applications, which may be sooner than the closing date.
As required by 5 C.F.R. § 302.106, DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. § 1194).
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
- To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
- You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. If your resume exceeds the two-page limit, you will be removed from consideration for this announcement.
- You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
- To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Agency contact information
8725 John Kingman rd
Ft Belvoir, VA 22060
US
Next steps
Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review may be completed of your online questionnaire and the documentation you submitted to support your responses. Applicants that are found among the most highly qualified may be referred to the hiring official for consideration, and you will receive a notification of referral. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and as part of the selection process, applicants may be required to complete additional supplemental documents. Once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. If interviews are conducted, DLA uses a technique called Behavior Based Interviewing (BBI). Be sure to check your USA Jobs account for your notification updates.
Overview
- 5301 Miscellaneous Industrial Equipment Maintenance
Summary
See below for important information regarding this job.
Learn more about this agency
This job is open to
The public
Clarification from the agency
This is a Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Direct Hire Authority (DHA) notice open to the Public.
Duties
- Serves as first line supervisor over the day-to-day operations of overhead electrical, water plant management, sewer/storm drain management, plumbing/sprinkler maintenance and HVAC, ventilation, and electronic controls.
- Inspects and ensures contractor work is done properly and in compliance with contract specifications. Ensures energy conservation measures are taken as required by regulation.
- Provides input into a yearly and five year management update/plan which includes materials, chemicals and budgeting needed for projects that are scheduled for completion during the upcoming year.
- Provides input regarding training needs, water treatment chemicals/kits, expenditures, small equipment and hand tools requirements for budget purposes.
- Plans and schedules work assignments and/or projects daily and weekly for employees on the basis of assigned work orders, service orders and standing operating orders.
- Incumbent must possess a valid state driver’s license and be capable of operating government vehicles from ½ ton pickup to 2 ton trucks.
- Incumbent must be EPA Certified in the repair of HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Tour of Duty: Flexible (https://www.dla.mil/Careers/Join-Our-Team/Benefits/#Work)
- Security Requirements: Non-Sensitive
- Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
- Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
- Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
- Bargaining Unit Status: No
- Licenses/Certifications: Valid state driver’s license and certification and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Certification.
- Completion of Supervisory Certification Program: Required
- Mission Essential: This a Mission Essential (ME) position. The incumbent may be required to report to work in the event of a natural disaster, inclement weather, or crisis.
Qualifications
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties at the level for which you are applying. Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and the required ability or potential to perform the job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition.
The SOE and minimum qualifications for this position is: Must possess a valid state driver's license and be capable of operating government vehicles from ½ ton pickup to 2 ton trucks.
Selective Placement Factor: Incumbent must be EPA Certified in the repair of HVAC and refrigeration equipment. Certification is required for all air conditioning mechanics who open and service refrigeration and air conditioning equipment or are otherwise responsible for same, as part of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) no venting rule. After November 14, 1994, it is illegal for anyone to work on air conditioning equipment unless they are EPA certified, Regulation No. 40 CFR, Part 82.161. Persons who maintain, service, or repair low and high pressure equipment as described in C82.161, (a) 1, (a) 2, (a) 3, must be properly certified as universal technicians. PLEASE PROVIDE A COPY OF THE CERTIFICATION. FAILURE TO PROVIDE A COPY OF THE CERTIFICATION WILL RESULT IN YOU BEING RATED INELIGIBLE.
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.
The incumbent of this position has been designated as an emergency employee. The term "Emergency Employee" is used to designate those employees who must report to work in emergency situations. Emergency dismissal or closure announcements do not apply to these employees. The employees who occupy these positions may be required to report for duty in any situation that prevents significant numbers of employees in the local area from reporting for work on time or which requires agencies to close all or part of their activities.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Additional information
For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf
Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf
Information for Veterans is available at: http://www.dla.mil/Careers/Programs/veterans.aspx. As of 23 December 2016, Military retirees seeking to enter federal service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they would be appointed within 180 days following their official date of retirement.
Drug-Free Workplace: The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has established a Drug-Free Federal Workplace Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for DLA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with DLA for a period of six months. This policy extends to random testing for the use of illegal drugs by employees who occupy testing designated positions defined as sensitive in Section 7(d) of Executive Order 12564. The Defense Logistics Agency's Drug Free Workplace Plan's drug testing panel includes testing for the following illegal substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates (codeine/morphine), 6-Acetylmorphine (heroin), phencyclidine, amphetamines (amphetamine/methamphetamine), methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone. ADVISORY: By using cannabidiol (CBD) products you are risking a positive drug test result for marijuana.
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.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Direct Hire Evaluation: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. This vacancy will be filled through a Department of Defense Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. The rule of Three, Veteran's Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. We will evaluate your application for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience meets the basic qualification requirements described in the announcement. All applicants who meet the qualifications and other basic requirement are eligible for referral and selection consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
Required Documents
To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package. Each Application Package MUST include:
- Your Resume: IMPORTANT UPDATE: Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. If your resume exceeds the two-page limit, you will be removed from consideration for this announcement. The resume and required supporting documentation should provide the minimum qualifications and relevant experience for the announced position. Must include the work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for qualifications and referred for selection consideration, if eligible. The resume must not be more than 5MB and should be saved and uploaded as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages. We also accept GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, TXT, PDF, ODT or Word (DOC or DOCX). We do not accept PDF portfolio files. Page margins should be 0.5 inches, and font styles must be legible. Consider using 14-point size font for titles and 10-point for the main text. We recommend using a font like Lato, if available. Other widely available options are Calibri, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, Open San Source Sans Pro, Roboto or Noro Sans.
- Applicable documents to support the eligibility(s) for which you are applying. Please review the following link for a listing of the additional documents you will need to provide: Supporting Documents.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
This job will close when the agency has received 100 applications, which may be sooner than the closing date.
As required by 5 C.F.R. § 302.106, DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. § 1194).
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
- To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
- You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. If your resume exceeds the two-page limit, you will be removed from consideration for this announcement.
- You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
- To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Agency contact information
8725 John Kingman rd
Ft Belvoir, VA 22060
US
Next steps
Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review may be completed of your online questionnaire and the documentation you submitted to support your responses. Applicants that are found among the most highly qualified may be referred to the hiring official for consideration, and you will receive a notification of referral. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and as part of the selection process, applicants may be required to complete additional supplemental documents. Once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. If interviews are conducted, DLA uses a technique called Behavior Based Interviewing (BBI). Be sure to check your USA Jobs account for your notification updates.
Overview
- 5301 Miscellaneous Industrial Equipment Maintenance
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in equipment maintenance technician jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with technical training or an associate degree in a related field
- Hands-on experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic instruments such as multimeters
- Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and the ability to read technical schematics
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
- Certification such as CMRT, HVAC technician license, or equivalent trade credential preferred
Tips for Your Equipment Maintenance Technician Job Search
List certifications before work history
Employers scanning equipment maintenance technician resumes look for credentials like CMRT or HVAC certifications before they read your job history. Put a dedicated certifications section at the top so hiring managers see your qualifications immediately without digging.
Quantify downtime and repair outcomes
Vague descriptions like 'performed routine maintenance' won't stand out. Describe results instead: how often you ran PM schedules, what equipment you kept operational, or how quickly you diagnosed and resolved mechanical failures to get lines back up.
Target postings that name your specific equipment
Filter openings by the exact machinery you've worked on, such as CNC machines, conveyor systems, or HVAC units. Applying to roles where your hands-on equipment experience is a direct match gives you a much stronger case than applying broadly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists equipment maintenance technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many employers test candidates before the formal interview, asking you to troubleshoot a simulated fault or walk through a PM checklist on actual equipment. Review lockout/tagout procedures, electrical schematic reading, and lubrication schedules so you're ready to demonstrate competence on the spot.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Equipment maintenance roles often involve nights, weekends, or on-call rotations. When you reach the offer stage, ask specifically about shift differential rates, on-call compensation, and overtime structure, since total compensation for this role is frequently higher than the base wage alone.
Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most equipment maintenance technicians?
Tesla, onsemi, and State of South Carolina are hiring the most equipment maintenance technicians right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is especially high in manufacturing and food production facilities.
How many equipment maintenance technician jobs are remote?
About 3% of equipment maintenance technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, since most roles require physical access to machinery and equipment on-site. The sub-areas most likely to include remote or hybrid flexibility are maintenance management, reliability engineering coordination, and technical documentation roles that support field teams.
How do you become an equipment maintenance technician?
Most equipment maintenance technicians start by completing a high school diploma and then pursuing a vocational program, community college associate degree, or registered apprenticeship in industrial maintenance or a related trade. Building hands-on experience through an entry-level role, internship, or helper position is the next step, followed by earning certifications like CMRT to demonstrate competency to employers.
How do you get hired as an equipment maintenance technician with little experience?
Emphasize any hands-on exposure you have, including vocational coursework, personal projects, or time spent assisting experienced technicians, even informally. Certifications in areas like electrical safety or HVAC fundamentals signal initiative to employers. Target openings listed as entry-level or that mention on-the-job training, and be specific in your application about the tools and equipment you've actually touched.
What does the equipment maintenance technician interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone screen focused on your equipment background and availability for shift schedules. A technical interview or skills assessment follows, where you may be asked to troubleshoot a fault scenario, describe your PM approach, or demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures like lockout/tagout. A final in-person interview with a supervisor or plant manager usually closes the process.
Where can I find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs?
You can find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, equipment background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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