MAINTENANCE WORKER

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Lodging Facility located on Keesler Air Force Base. This position is considered regular part time.

You are guaranteed 20 hours, however you could work up to 40 hours per week.

As a regular part time employee, you are eligible to earn annual leave, sick leave, and sign up for benefits, to include health/life insurance, 401k, and NAF retirement.

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.

An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 04/01/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: Must have general knowledge of carpentry, painting, and general maintenance experience, or a directly related area, which provides knowledge of kinds of work performed.

Must have a working knowledge of various power tools. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to lift up to and including 50 pounds, over 50 pounds with assistance.

Must be able to operate up to two and one-half (2 1⁄2) ton truck.

The applicant must be able to meet all physical requirements described in the position description, and must be able to obtain any required motor vehicle operator licenses.

Must be available to take emergency lock out and emergency maintenance calls if placed on an on call status. Personal Traits: Loyalty, Integrity, and Discretion.

Capacity and willingness to accept responsibility. Judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness Major Duties:

Cuts keys from master file key using key machine. Controls keys, key storage, and distribution for 18 lodging facilities.

Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs computerized equipment associated with keyless entry systems. Determines if repair is minor or major and requires commercial repair.

Hangs pictures and other wall ornaments. Repairs/replaces blinds, draperies, curtain rods, and rod holders. Assembles furniture and equipment as required. Removes old paint by sanding or scraping.

Paint doors, walls, cabinets, room dividers, etc. Removes items from clogged drains. Replaces washers in faucets.

Replaces and/ or repairs tabletops, table legs, broken furniture, door locks, sliding door channels, bed frames, and bed springs.

Operates up to two and one-half ton (2 1⁄2) NAF or government vehicle when picking up supplies. Perform operator maintenance, maintains vehicle log, and cleans vehicle.

Loads and unloads furniture, equipment, and supplies. Re-glues wallpaper, floor tiles, carpeting, cove vase, replaces broken ceiling tile. Occasionally builds shelves, bed slats and boards.

Given oral instructions, make measurements, cuts wood, and assembles. Changes fuses or wall plugs/light covers as necessary. Performs minor repairs and maintenance on small appliances.

Makes efficient use of materials and takes proper care of facilities, furnishings, supplies, and equipment, to include but not limited to preventative maintenance (i.e.

changing light bulbs, painting, and other assigned duties that will benefit the life of the lodging facilities inside and out and their immediate surroundings.

Ensures grounds remain attractive and professional through the season. Performs other duties as assigned.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12918314