General Maintenance Worker

Title: General Maintenance Worker Location: Seattle, Washington Shift: Day/Swing/Night Shifts Available FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt - Hourly (SCA) Employment Class: Full Time Regular SCA Hourly Rate:$30.00-$36.00 DOE + $4.57 H&W, $1.50 Night shift differential/$.75 Swing shift differential Position Summary: Potawatomi Defense Operations is seeking a qualified General Maintenance Worker provides overall facilities maintenance support for complex facilities having office, laboratory, computer, warehouse, and other special purpose spaces; helping with preventive maintenance and general repairs on building operating systems (e.g., Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC); electrical; plumbing; other mechanical; and lighting). The position may also require general carpentry, repair of facility structures or other duties as assigned. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Materials, methods, terminology, equipment, and tools used in the maintenance, repair, and construction of building structures and systems including those used in performing rough and finished carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, mechanical, and painting work. Knowledge of operations, services, and activities of building maintenance, repair, and construction program Basic knowledge of mechanical equipment and the ability to diagnose and correct equipment malfunctions and a working knowledge of basic machinery preventive maintenance and repair. Knowledge of principles and practices of safety management Knowledge of and ability to use tools of office automation, including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data bases and building management software. Knowledge of pertinent local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, codes, and rules Ability to read, understand, and apply facility maintenance manuals and technical bulletins, construction drawings, plans and specifications. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a diversified group of people under sometimes trying and stressful conditions. Ability to use common hand tools and other related equipment. Ability to analyze, evaluate, and recommend sound solutions to problems to routine nature. Ability to work independently and efficiently. Supervision: This position works independently under general supervision of the On-Site Project Manager, On-Site Supervisor and Site Foreman. Candidate also receives non-supervisory guidance from the site designated Government Point of Contact (often the Facility Manager). Performance is evaluated in terms of effectiveness in completing assigned preventative maintenance and inspection services, successful completion of assigned work order projects, and ability to foster and maintain constructive and positive work relationships with all staff and management. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education, Experience & Certification Requirements: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) Four (4) years of increasingly responsible general/facility maintenance experience; any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Must have a valid Driver’s license Other Requirements: Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical. Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screening. Ability to pass background check for Federal Agency to obtain security access badging. Candidates must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Requirements Materials, methods, terminology, equipment, and tools used in the maintenance, repair, and construction of building structures and systems including those used in performing rough and finished carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, mechanical, and painting work. Knowledge of operations, services, and activities of a building maintenance, repair, and construction program Basic knowledge of mechanical equipment and the ability to diagnose and correct equipment malfunctions and a working knowledge of basic machinery preventive maintenance and repair. Knowledge of principles and practices of safety management Knowledge of and ability to use tools of office automation, including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data bases and buildings management software. Knowledge of pertinent local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, codes, and rules Ability to read, understand, and apply facility maintenance manuals and technical bulletins, construction drawings, plans and specifications. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a diversified group of people under sometimes trying and stressful conditions. Ability to use common hand tools and other related equipment. Ability to analyze, evaluate, and recommend sound solutions to problems to routine nature. Ability to work independently and efficiently. Core Competencies Self-Motivated- Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative. Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result. Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Working Conditions/Working Environment/Physical Demands: Working Environment Most of the work is done indoors at the Western Regional Center located in Seattle, Washington. Some work is done outdoors in all weather conditions; must be willing to work in inclement weather. Exposure to noise. Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required for each job duty. Physical Demands Frequent lifting, sitting, standing, stooping for prolonged periods of time, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity, should have good hand-eye coordination and motion control in coordination with handling tools, equipment, and other related components. Reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing (frequently communicates with field personnel via various modes, i.e. radio; must be able to relay accurate information), and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, kneeling and standing for up to 12 hours. Frequent lifting of up to 50-75 pounds such as electrical components, equipment, and other materials. Occasional carrying of objects up to 35 pounds for distances of up to 100 feet. #ClearanceJobs Potawatomi Defense Operations LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Potawatomi Defense Operations LLC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr