MWR Maintenance Helper

Full Job Description

This position is located in the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department of Naval Air Station North Island (NASNI).

The incumbent serves as assistant to a higher grade maintenance worker/mechanic in maintaining all 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.

Knowledge of the specified types of work involved with the various occupational trades persons assisted.

Knowledge of safety and environmental rules and regulations concerning procedures, equipment, commonly used chemicals and basic safety.

Knowledge of the basic materials utilized in the performance of the various repair and maintenance activities in conjunction with the journeyman trades persons.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing in English.

Ability to carry out assigned work in accordance with instructions and specification in assisting journeyman level workers.

Ability to use and maintain the basic tools and equipment pertinent to the various occupations. Major Duties:

Executes maintenance related tasks requiring the use of skills associated with a variety of trades. Performs recurring assignments, e.g.

follows up on maintenance requests reported by guests, housekeeping or front desk. Maintains work order log and follow up as required. Reports status to supervisor.

Logs trouble calls with contractor as appropriate.

Incumbent assists in performing work in at least two of the following trades in the maintenance and repair of buildings and related fixtures: Plumbing: Assists in making plumbing repairs to sinks, faucets, commodes, tanks, urinals, P-traps, shut-off valves on washing machines and water supply that can be accomplished by removing, cleaning, resealing, replacing defective parts or units, installing water heaters, garbage disposals, faucets and sinks.

Washer/Dryer repair: Assists in performing routine maintenance of washers and dryers to include cleaning lint ducts and vents, replacing hoses and fittings as required and referring more complex problems to supervisor for action.

HVAC: Assists in recognizing the cause of faulty equipment and assists with making repairs on a variety of HVAC units as appropriate.

Electrical: Assists in recognizing and reporting electrical problems. Assists with repairs as appropriate. Replaces fluorescent and incandescent ballasts, bulbs and tubes.

Carpentry: Assists in basic carpentry repairs such as repairing or replacing screens, window and doorframes, and molding and trim; and repair and replacement of drywall or similar products.

Painting: Assists in preparation of areas and standard coating methods such brushing, rolling and spraying and ensure surfaces are fully coated, protected and free from drips and runs.

Performs other related duties as assigned.