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MAINTENANCE MECHANIC A09

U.S. Marine Corps

Department of the Navy

Recent

Salary

$24.04 - $24.04

per hour

Closes

July 5, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves hands-on maintenance and repair work on buildings, grounds, and utilities at a Marine Corps base in California, focusing on tasks like plumbing, carpentry, painting, and basic electrical fixes to keep facilities running smoothly.

A good fit would be someone with practical experience in multiple building trades who enjoys independent work, can handle physical demands, and is committed to safety and customer service in a military community setting.

Key Requirements

  • Two years of experience in a combination of at least three maintenance trades (e.g., plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical)
  • Valid state driver's license
  • Ability to work independently under general supervision, making decisions based on personal knowledge
  • Physical capability to stand for long periods, bend, kneel, climb, and lift up to 45 lbs independently (heavier with assistance)
  • Knowledge of safety regulations, hazardous waste disposal, and protective gear usage
  • Strong customer service skills with a focus on courtesy and problem-solving
  • Adherence to EEO principles and prevention of sexual harassment

Full Job Description

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team!

MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community.

We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Skills and Knowledge: Two years of experience that demonstrates knowledge in the applicable combination of trades sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

Possession of a valid state driver's license. Responsibility: Works under general supervision.

The majority of the work is performed independently where the incumbent makes decisions based on personal knowledge.

Physical Effort: Requires prolonged standing; stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Lifts, carries, and sets up materials and equipment.

Lifts and carries objects up to 45 lbs independently and objects over 45 lbs with assistance.

Working Conditions: Work is performed both inside and outside, and incumbent is exposed to dirt, paint vapors and fumes. Must wear protective gear. Major Duties:

Major Duties: Performs work in at least three of the following trades in the maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, and related fixtures and utilities: Plumbing: Installs, modifies, and repairs new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment such as sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems, and water closets, tubs, fire sprinkler systems, and showers.

Works from building plans, blueprints and sketches.

Carpentry: Uses skilled techniques to construct, install, repair, and modify wood and wood substitute structures and items requiring close tolerance fit and structural soundness.

Assembles items using a variety of joining techniques and are skilled in the operation of general and precision carpentry and wood working equipment and are able to produce finished products with precise fits, accurate dimensions and acceptable appearance.

Painting: Performs special coating methods such as marbling and graining using coating materials prepared in special as well as common ways and by applying coating techniques that ensure surfaces have a smooth textured and decorative appearance and meet thickness and level requirements.

Electrical: Repairs are accomplished by troubleshooting and recognizing the cause of faulty equipment.

Removing, replacing, tightening, splicing, soldering, and insulating defective wiring, motors, pumps, 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.

Observes required safety, sanitation, and hazardous waste disposal rules and regulations. Operates vehicle to transport tools and materials to work site.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly.

Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards.

Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.

Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. May be required to travel for temporary duty assignment.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/6/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/7/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 75629