General Maintenance

Virginia MetalFab • Appomattox, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The General Maintenance worker will perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, and other building systems. This role involves inspecting and identifying equipment or machines in need of repair, troubleshooting issues, and planning repair work using building blueprints or equipment manuals. The worker will perform general repairs that do not require a specialized technician, such as repairing drywall, painting, and fixing doors and other building fixtures. Routine maintenance on building systems, cleaning, and general facility upkeep are also key responsibilities. The position is full-time, regular, and non-exempt.

Requirements

• HS or GED
• No experience required
• No computer skills required
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation.
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Ability to look beyond the standard solutions.
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Lift/carry - Up to and including 100 lb frequently.
• Push/pull - Up to and including 40 lb frequently.

Nice To Haves

• CMT, CMRT, CMP, CMM, or HVACR preferred

Responsibilities

• Inspects and identifies equipment or machines in need of repair.
• Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs.
• Plans repair work using building’s blueprints or equipment manual as needed.
• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.
• Performs routine maintenance on building systems.
• Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities.
• Building maintenance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED