Maintenance Worker (MVO) NA-07

United States Army Installation Management Command • Fort Polk, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This part-time Maintenance Worker position is with Child Development Center 702 at Fort Polk in Leesville, Louisiana. The role involves upkeep of buildings, grounds, and related structures, fixtures, and utilities, including minor grounds maintenance. Work is performed indoors and outdoors, including driving throughout a military installation in a controlled traffic environment and in various weather conditions. The work environment may include dirt, fumes, and a kitchen setting where cuts are possible.

The employee helps maintain safe conditions around entrances, exits, sidewalks, and playground structures. The position also includes helping children and youth learn and practice bus evacuation procedures and documenting monthly drills. The employee must notify a supervisor about obvious hazards, malfunctioning equipment, damaged materials, and other situations that could affect work operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.
• Ability to communicate in English well enough to perform the duties safely and satisfactorily.
• Experience performing the types of duties described in the job posting.
• Valid state driver's license. Operating a 15-passenger vehicle requires a valid state driver's license; operating a 24-passenger vehicle requires an unrestricted commercial driver's license (CDL).
• Submit a copy of a current state-issued driver's license and proof of education with the application.
• Meet qualification, eligibility, and background requirements for the position.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Complete required pre-employment background checks, including a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• Complete a current health assessment and required immunizations under current Army and DoD policy, including annual influenza vaccinations.
• Submit a resume of two pages or less that clearly demonstrates relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Complete mandatory drug testing; the position is covered by the DA Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program, requires signing DA Form 5019-R, and is subject to random testing as a testing designated position.
• Direct deposit and a Social Security card are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor grounds maintenance, including keeping entrances and exits free of debris.
• Keep sidewalks clear of ice and snow.
• Maintain surfaces under playground structures in accordance with safety requirements.
• Perform a variety of upkeep tasks involving buildings, grounds, related structures, fixtures, and utilities.
• Ensure children and youth know how to safely evacuate the bus.
• Practice bus evacuation procedures with children and youth monthly and document each drill in writing.
• Notify the supervisor of obvious hazards, malfunctioning equipment, damaged materials, and other situations that may affect work operations.

Benefits

• For employees working at least 15 hours per week, a 100% childcare fee discount for the first child and a 25% discount for each subsequent child through the CYS Employee Childcare Fee program.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for health and life insurance, 401(k) and retirement plans, paid personal time off, and federal holidays.
• NAF employees may have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs.
• Army NAF employees may access some on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries.
• NAF flexible employees working in the United States, or a U.S. citizen or qualifying family member working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan; some flexible employees may also be eligible for health insurance.

What This Job Offers

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