MAINTENANCE WORKER

This position is located at the Navy Gateway Inns & Suites operation at Naval Station Great Lakes. The purpose of this position is to perform facilities maintenance work, involving two or more of the skilled trades. Incumbent performs intermediate level tasks and works more independently as training and experience increase.

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 must possess:

Minimum two years of experience with demonstrated skill in two areas (Carpentry, Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Painting).

Knowledge in the applicable combination of trades sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge of safety and environmental rules and regulations concerning procedures, tools, mechanical and electrified equipment, commonly used chemicals and basic safe work practices is required.

Must possess a welcoming manner and positive attitude; demonstrate effective communication skills; professionally interact with guests; answering guest questions concerning hotel facilities; and provide information about local attractions.

Provide assistance in handling customer complaints, involving management as necessary.

Must possess basic math and reading skills.

Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing in English.

Responsibilities:

Ensures security of all guests is maintained at all times.

Ensures guest privacy is maintained at all times.

The incumbent is responsible for a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled tasks involving standard methods related to the operation and maintenance of physical plant facilities .

Performing work in at least two or more of the following trades requiring a higher level of skill than NA-4749-07 in the maintenance and repair of buildings and related fixtures or having significant emphasis in one of the higher level licensed trades : Electrical; Heating, Ventilation and Cooling; or Plumbing.

Maintains work order log and follow up as required. Reports status to supervisor. Logs trouble calls with contractor as appropriate.

Plumbing: Makes basic plumbing repairs to sinks, faucets, commodes, tanks, urinals, P -traps, shut-off valves on washing machines and water supply that can be accomplished by removing, cleaning, resealing, replacing defective parts or units, installing water heaters, garbage disposals, faucets and sinks.

Washer/ Dryer repair: Performs routine maintenance on washers and dryers to include cleaning lint ducts and vents, replacing hoses and fittings as required, and referring more complex problems to supervisor for action.

Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) : Recognizes the cause of faulty equipment and makes repairs on a variety of HVAC units as appropriate. Incumbent traces and locates defects to determine the type and extent of repair needed and they plan the work, select the proper tools and testing devices and accomplish repairs according to accepted trade practices.

Electrical: Recognizes and reports electrical problems. Replaces fluorescent and incandescent ballasts, bulbs and tubes as needed. Makes repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, tightening, splicing, soldering, and insulating defective wiring, controls, equipment, and fixtures such as broken and bare wiring, burned out switches and relays, loose connections and fittings, damaged light fixtures, and poorly operating thermostats.

Carpentry: Measures, cuts and constructs or repairs wood or wood substitute items. Conducts basic carpentry repairs applying a general knowledge of wood, composite materials, wood substitutes, and woodworking techniques, as well as basic shop mathematics to plan, measure, and lay out materials according to dimensional requirements and specifications . Repairs include repairing or replacing screens; window and door frames; molding and trim; and repair and replacement of drywall or similar products. Incumbent applies standard measurements and specifications when constructing, installing, or repairing items such as frame structures, decking, partitions, shelving, doors, forms, siding, and scaffolds.

Painting: Preparation of areas and standard coating methods such as brushing, rolling and spraying and ensure surfaces are fully coated, protected and free from drips and runs . Incumbent uses specifications to thin, stir, and mix coating materials according to specific directions. They apply various coating materials (for example, paints, varnishes, and shellacs) with brushes, rollers, spray guns, and other related methods and techniques, and see that the coating finish meets surface protection requirements.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Salary : $23