MAINTNANCE MECHANIC LEADER-NIE

U.S. Coast Guard · Department of Homeland Security

📍 South Portland, Maine 💰 $41.45 – $48.36/hr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: U.S. Coast Guard
Department: Department of Homeland Security
Location: South Portland, Maine
Salary: $41.45 – $48.36/hr
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: 1
Security Clearance: Not Required
Date Posted: 2026-09-17
Application Deadline: 2026-09-26

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Job Summary

This vacancy is for a WL - 4749-10,MAINTNANCE MECHANIC LEADER-NIE located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION FACILITY SOUTH PORTLAND in SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine.

Key Responsibilities

You will serve as a MAINTNANCE MECHANIC LEADER-NIE and be responsible for leading a small group of employees while performing a wide variety of trade tasks in the installation, maintenance, modification, and repair of electrical power and control systems, marine and waterfront facilities, building structures, and Aids to Navigation (AtoN) equipment. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.

Typical work assignments include: Installs all types of electrical equipment such as PV systems, motors, generators, converters, inverters, alternators, frequency modulators, transformers, controllers and switchboards. Installs wire or cables of all sizes and the mechanical protection required by codes and various types of control and alarm systems.

Constructs, alters, and repairs building structures, framing, walls, roofs, stairs, interior/exterior trim, concrete formwork, and shipping crates. Performs structural, electrical, and mechanical repairs across waterfront facilities, piers, towers, civil buildings, and small craft. Leads and guides a small work crew, plans projects from layout to final installation, estimates labor and materials, and maintains shop stock

Requirements & Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement. Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

Benefits

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Contact

Alexandra.N.Hardy@uscg.mil · 4106367278

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $41.45 – $48.36/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-26.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.