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Maintenance Mechanic Helper

Veterans Health Administration

Department of Veterans Affairs

Fresh

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$20.61 - $24.04

per hour

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves assisting with everyday maintenance and minor repairs in a veterans' hospital, such as fixing leaks, changing light bulbs, cleaning equipment, and keeping buildings tidy.

It's a hands-on role on a general crew, helping keep facilities safe and functional without needing advanced skills.

A good fit would be someone reliable with basic practical experience in repairs or cleaning, who can work independently and handle physical tasks like lifting and climbing.

Key Requirements

  • Demonstrated ability to perform basic maintenance and repair tasks with minimal supervision
  • Knowledge of minor plumbing repairs, such as fixing faucets and unclogging drains
  • Basic electrical skills, including replacing light bulbs
  • Carpentry basics for minor building repairs like caulking, patching, and tile work
  • Proficiency in using and maintaining hand tools and measuring instruments
  • Ability to read instructions, specifications, and blueprints
  • Physical capability to lift 50+ pounds, climb ladders, and work in uncomfortable positions

Full Job Description

The Primary Purpose of the Position is to carry out Maintenance Mechanic Helper work as part of a general maintenance crew, accomplishing trades and labor work in the maintenance and repair of facilities.

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position.

Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume.

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire.

Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated.

The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Materials Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Without more than normal supervision Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week.

Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities.

Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Major Duties:

Performs minor plumbing repairs, and replacements. Repairs or replaces leaky faucets, unstops drains and replaces shower fixtures. Performs minor electrical work. Replaces light bulbs from stock.

Performs miscellaneous labor and building maintenance including replacing ceiling tiles, cleaning ventilation registers, cleaning light fixtures, cleaning fire sprinkler heads, and minor patch and paint.

Inspects buildings for cleanliness. Polices grounds around buildings.

Makes minor repairs to buildings using carpentry skills including but not limited to caulking and sealing, inspect/caulk fire walls, minor carpentry. floor tile. and minor wall and door repairs.

Reports all work beyond his capabilities to the Work Order Clerk. Operates a pick-up truck/sedan/station wagon to pick up supplies.

Performs House Keeping duties to maintain the cleanliness of Electrical Rooms. Mechanical Rooms, and Roofs.

Performs duties of Wiping, Cleaning, Vacuuming Exterior of Air Conditioning Equipment, Electrical panels and Equipment Cabinets. Other Duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: M-F 0730-1600 Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic Helper/PD08665A Physical Requirements: May work from ladders and where areas are hard-to-reach.

Requires incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Arm movements may be considered when using hand tools.

May occasionally lift and carry materials and equipment weighing 50 pounds and over.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/13/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/14/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: CAZM-12911151-26-JV