General Maintenance Worker (DHS CBP BPAM)
About The Position
Perform corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs for U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) and Air and Marine Operations (AMO) facilities, systems, and associated grounds. The role involves building maintenance, construction, and repair across a variety of trades, including electrical, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, ironwork, painting, HVAC, and fire protection. The position requires working independently to maintain facilities, grounds, and related structures; diagnosing problems and determining appropriate repairs; and using blueprints, manuals, and CBP design standards. The employee works in a shop, in buildings, and outdoors, and must be able to drive and work in extreme heat, cold, and possibly rainy weather. Physical duties may include bending, stooping, sitting, walking, standing for prolonged periods, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent General Educational Development (GED) Certificate.
- At least 3 years of experience in the general maintenance field.
- Working knowledge of work practices, methods, processes, and skills used in commercial facilities.
- Skills in two or more trade areas, such as HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
- Ability to understand and comprehend technical manuals, drawings, diagrams, and other technical data supplied by manufacturers.
- Working knowledge of and compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
- Valid driver's license and a driving history that meets company standards throughout employment.
- Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check as a condition of employment and to obtain access to federal installations.
- Physical stamina and strength to perform the job's physical tasks and work in varying weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Perform corrective maintenance and repairs on facilities, grounds, and related structures, including electrical, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, ironwork, painting, concrete, HVAC, fire protection, earthwork, and irrigation work.
- Troubleshoot issues, identify their underlying causes, and determine effective and efficient repair methods.
- Conduct visual examinations and operational tests to assess repair needs and performance involving air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical systems, plumbing and piping, and ventilation.
- Work independently to support maintenance and repair activities.
- Use and incorporate blueprints, factory manuals, operating manuals, and CBP design standards.
- Communicate consistently with the Project Manager and customers to support customer satisfaction.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
