Maintenance Helper

Full Job Description

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka.

Incumbent serves as a Maintenance Helper and assists in repairs andupkeep of fitness facilities.

Must be able to work under the direct and constant supervision of the Fitness Facility Coordinator, Sports Coordinator, or Fitness Director.

Must be able to perform simple tasks independently after receiving detailed instructions. Exercise continual care, due to nature of tools and equipment used, and the weight of objects handled.

Have basic knowledge of trade practices sufficient to complete simple tasks using common skills. Familiarity with safe use of common hand and powered tools.

Must have the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision performing maintenance duties such as plumbing; painting; air conditioning, carpentry and electricity.

Navy Rates examples: Machinist Mates, Machinery Repairmen, Haul Technician, Engineman, Damage Controlman, Engine Mechanics, Electricians Mate, Builder, Construction Electrician, Construction Mechanic, Utilities man, etc.

Major Duties:

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).