Maintenance Helper

Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command Department: Department of the Navy Location: Meridian, Mississippi Schedule: 0-40 FLEX, to include days, nights and weekends, holidays as needed. This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); NAS Meridian, MS. Incumbent serves as a Maintenance Helper and assists in repairs and upkeep of fitness facilities. Key Responsibilities In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: Serves as assistant to a higher grade maintenance worker/mechanic in maintaining all fitness program 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. 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 repairs of fitness/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. Assists in the performance of minor electrical repairs to switches and boxes, and replaces electric lights, fuses and fixtures. Drives motor vehicles to and from work sites, warehouses, and dumps. Maintains maintenance area in a safe and clean condition. Observes environmental, safety, security and housekeeping rules and regulations. Assists with maintaining fitness facilities (i.e. athletic field). Requirements & Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Although this position does not include benefits to flex employees, there are numerous perks to being a flex employee. Below are just a few of those perks you will be able to benefit from: Flexible Schedule - You are scheduled based on mission needs and your availability. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - A FREE program provided by CNIC that is accessible to all employees, members of your family, whether in your household or not, offering 24/7/365 access to specialized private support. Access to Morale, Welfare & Recreation Programs to include Golf Courses, Marinas, Gyms/Fitness Centers, Bowling Centers, Restaurants Pools, Base libraries and more! Discounted Tickets and Travel options and outdoor recreation rentals! Shopping privileges at the Navy Exchange! Access to professional development resources! Which agency is hiring for this position? This position is with Commander, Navy Installations Command, Department of the Navy. What is the salary for this position? The posted pay range is $20.82 – $24.29/hr. What security clearance is required? This position requires a Other security clearance. What is the application deadline? Applications close on 2026-10-30. How many openings are available? There are 2 openings for this position. What is the work schedule? This is a 0-40 FLEX, to include days, nights and weekends, holidays as needed. position. Who is eligible to apply? This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commander, Navy Installations Command