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Posted: February 19, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Maintenance Worker (Equipment Repairer)

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Department of the Navy

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$22.36 - $22.36

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves maintaining and repairing a wide range of recreational equipment like boats, bikes, camping gear, and tools at a naval base's recreation center, ensuring everything is safe and ready for renters.

It also includes handling customer interactions, inspecting returned items, and performing seasonal waterfront tasks.

A good fit would be someone handy with repairs, organized about upkeep schedules, and comfortable teaching others how to use the equipment safely.

Key Requirements

  • Experience repairing a variety of equipment including boats, bikes, engines, and outdoor gear
  • Knowledge of boat handling, cutting equipment, bike repairs, and engine repairs
  • Valid license to operate a 6K forklift
  • Ability to establish and follow a regular schedule for preventative maintenance
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Valid state driver's license and successful completion of a national agency check
  • Obtain certifications in Emergency First Responder or CPR, Food Handlers, and C.A.R.E. training within 90 days

Full Job Description

This position is located in the Community Recreation Branch, Recreation Division, Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Department, Naval Station Great Lakes.

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position.

Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate must possess: Experience in repairs of a wide variety of equipment.

Must have knowledge in boat handling, use of cutting equipment, bike repairs, and engine repairs. Must have a license to operate a 6K forklift.

Must be organized and capable of establishing regular cycle for equipment preventative maintenance.

Must be able to learn MWR policies, rules, and regulations, involving the Community Recreation program. Must have ability to communicate orally and in writing.

Successful completion of a national Agency check is required. Employee is required to have a valid state drivers' license. Position may require irregular working hours.

Obtain Emergency First Responder or CPR Certification, Food Handlers, and C.A.R.E. training where applicable within the first 90 days of employment. Major Duties:

30% 1.

Performs a variety of maintenance duties which will include, not bot be limited to, cleaning, adjusting, repairing and replacing broken, lost , and worn parts on a variety of equipment such as lanterns, stoves, ice chests, canoes, kayak, water bikes, back packs, fishing reels and poles, inflatable units, tables, chairs, grills, campers, tents, archery equipment, bicycles, boats, motors and trailers, etc...

25% 2. Ensures all equipment is in good operating condition when issued. Operates forklifts in warehouse to load and unload rental equipment from rack storage for customers.

Receives and inspects returned equipment, inspecting each times for cleanliness and damage. Communicates with customer service staff about any damage to the gear that has returned. 20% 3.

Instructs the patron and other staff in the safe and effective use of rental equipment. Assists in the equipment security, patron education and equipment appearance.

Assist with the checking out and in of rental equipment. 10% 4.

Uses technical manuals, catalogs, and other data, including contact with vendors, to research the ordering of parts, equipment, tools, and other materials necessary to support and maintain, replace and repair recreation and marina equipment.

10% 5. Performs waterfront related duties, including customer assistance with rental items, preparing harbor for season and securing facilities for winter months.

Work includes operating con-o-lift trailer, hoisting tackle, mast stepping crane, boat, assembly of docks and mooring in the harbor, repairs through minor carpentry and mechanical skills to equipment necessary of these, chairs, grills, campers, tents, archery equipment, bicycles, boats, motors and trailers, etc...

5% 6. Performs other duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/19/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/20/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 26-12892650