Maintenance Control Specialist

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Maintenance Control Specialist

@ US Army Corps of Engineers

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District, is accepting resumes for a full-time Maintenance Control Specialist (GS-1601-5/7/9) at Leland Bowman Lock in Intracoastal City, Louisiana. This is an office-based position focused on computerized maintenance tracking, data entry, recordkeeping, and administrative responsibilities. It is NOT a hands-on mechanical maintenance position.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain the Facilities Equipment Maintenance (FEM) system.
• Enter, update, and track preventive maintenance schedules, work orders, equipment histories, and repair records.
• Generate maintenance reports and coordinate documentation with facility maintenance personnel.
• Serve as the facility's primary timekeeper using the Corps of Engineers Financial Management System (CEFMS).
• Serve as Collateral Duty Safety Officer (CDSO), supporting safety documentation, training, and compliance activities.  
• Serve as Government Purchase Card (GPC) holder, maintaining purchasing records and reconciling transactions.
• Support travel, training, and related administrative functions.

Position Information:

• GS-5: $40,736 starting annually
• GS-7: $50,460 starting annually
• GS-9: $61,722 starting annually
• GS-9 maximum: $80,243 annually

Entry grade will be determined by qualifying experience and applicable federal qualification standards. This is a career-ladder position with a full-performance level of GS-9.

Salary Range: $40,736 - $80,243 annually

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Qualifications:

• Knowledge of preventive maintenance concepts and scheduling practices.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and accurate data entry and recordkeeping.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with maintenance personnel and management.
• Previous federal employment or experience with USACE-specific systems is not required for consideration.
• Applicants must meet the applicable federal qualification and eligibility requirements for the grade at which they are hired.

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How to Apply:

Email your resume to jason.p.petrey@usace.army.mil 

Use

• MCS Application
• as the email subject.
  Indicate the grade level(s) for which you wish to be considered: GS-5, GS-7, and/or GS-9.
  Resume submission deadline: November 30, 2026.
  

  Location: Leland Bowman Lock, Intracoastal City, Louisiana.