MAINTENANCE WORKER, NGIS EL CENTRO, FULL TIME (35-40 HOURS)

NEXCOM•El Centro, CA

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker performs facilities maintenance involving two or more skilled trades, or with significant emphasis in a higher-level licensed trade such as electrical, HVAC, or plumbing. The role involves intermediate-level work, with increasing independence as training and experience grow, as well as a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled tasks using standard facilities-operation and maintenance methods. Duties include maintenance and repair across plumbing, washers and dryers, HVAC, electrical systems, carpentry, and painting. The employee identifies defects, plans repairs, selects appropriate tools and testing devices, and completes work according to accepted trade practices and applicable specifications. Work may be guided by blueprints, manufacturer instructions, manuals, and maintenance specifications. The employee maintains a work-order log, follows up on requests, reports work status to a supervisor, and logs contractor trouble calls when appropriate. Work is spot-checked through documented inspection reports. Recurring assignments may be handled independently; unfamiliar problems are referred to the supervisor. The employee follows DOD and Navy regulations, completes required safety and security training, and observes safety and environmental rules. A state driver's license may be required if travel to other facilities is part of the job; applicants will be notified if this is a condition of appointment. Work takes place indoors and outdoors, with possible exposure to extreme weather or temperatures and occasional dusty or dirty conditions at facilities undergoing repair, maintenance, or renovation. Personal protective equipment is provided. The position may require weekend and holiday work, rotating shifts outside normal duty hours, recall to duty, and overtime, including during emergencies. Physical demands include standing, bending, walking, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, and kneeling, as well as lifting and carrying supplies and equipment. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

One year of general maintenance experience involving upkeep of buildings, grounds, fixtures, or equipment, or qualifying education substituted for experience.
Three years of general maintenance work involving a variety of trade practices, such as air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical work, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, or painting.
Knowledge of safety and environmental rules concerning procedures, tools, mechanical and electrified equipment, chemicals, and basic safe work practices.
Ability to perform physical work including standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring or uncomfortable positions.
Ability to frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; the duties description also specifies unassisted lifting, moving, and carrying up to 45 pounds and assisted handling up to 100 pounds.
Ability to climb and descend stairs and ladders and perform work in uncomfortable positions.
May be required to possess a valid state driver's license if travel to other facilities is required; applicants will be notified if this is required for appointment.
Ability to work possible weekends and holidays, rotating shifts outside normal duty hours, and overtime or recall to duty, including on an emergency basis.

Nice To Haves

A recognized professional certification or license in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, or painting.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repair work in two or more trades, or with significant emphasis in a higher-level licensed trade such as electrical, HVAC, or plumbing.
Make basic plumbing repairs and install or replace plumbing fixtures and components as needed.
Perform routine washer and dryer maintenance, including cleaning lint ducts and vents and replacing hoses and fittings; refer more complex problems to the supervisor.
Identify causes of HVAC equipment faults, locate defects, determine repair needs, and make appropriate repairs.
Recognize and report electrical problems and make appropriate repairs to wiring, controls, equipment, and fixtures; replace bulbs, tubes, and ballasts as needed.
Measure, cut, construct, install, and repair wood or wood-substitute items and perform basic carpentry repairs, including work on screens, frames, trim, drywall, structures, doors, and siding.
Prepare surfaces and apply coating materials such as paints, varnishes, and shellacs using appropriate methods, ensuring proper coverage and finish.
Maintain work-order logs, follow up on maintenance requests, report work status to the supervisor, and log contractor trouble calls as appropriate.
Perform recurring maintenance assignments independently and refer unfamiliar problems not covered by instructions to the supervisor.
Follow applicable safety and environmental practices, DOD and Navy regulations, and complete required safety and security training.
Perform other related duties as assigned.