The position of Maintenance Worker performs a variety of maintenance, repair, and operational duties at various MWR and Child and Youth facilities aboard NAS Joint Reserve Base New Orleans, La.

Duties

Summary of Duties: This is a training or worker position and may be tailored to fit any of the occupational trades. Serves as assistant to a higher grade maintenance worker/mechanic in maintaining all equipment and facilities in optimum operating condition. Assists in the performance of one or more trade practices associated with occupations such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, air conditioning, painting, and other related trades. Such assignments may include but not limited to: Assists maintenance workers in performing general maintenance, repair and/or alterations to such items as: doors, floors, floor covering, walls, ceiling, windows, electrical switches, receptacles and light fixtures, commodes, wash basins and showers. Assists in performing repair of recreation/mess equipment and appliances and other related maintenance and/or custodial duties. Assists in the performance of simple plumbing repairs, replacing faucets or washers; repairing toilet flushing devices; clearing clogged drains, and tightening leaking pipe joints. Assists in the performance of light maintenance on air conditioning units and intermediate maintenance on equipment in the facility. May assist in the performance of minor electrical repairs to switches and boxes, and replace electric lights, fuses and fixtures. Drives motor vehicles to and from work sites, warehouses, and dumps. Maintains maintenance shop in a safe and clean condition. Observes environmental, safety, security and housekeeping rules and regulations. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possesses the following: Knowledge in the applicable combination of trades (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, and/or painting) sufficient to perform the duties of the position. Knowledge of safe work practices including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment, use of hazardous materials and chemicals, fall protection standards, and all related OSHA safety standards. Skill in basic math and reading. Ability to provide customer service with a high level of professionalism. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Contacts

• Address NAS JRB New Orleans 400 Russell Ave Bldg 261 New Orleans, LA 70143 US
• Name: Mindy Ussery
• Phone: 504-678-9841
• Email: [email protected]