Maintenance Worker; Child Center - Lakehurst

About the position

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Child Development Center, Lakehurst, New Jersey.

Performs spot inspections of buildings and structure to determine the nature and extent of repairs required. Such inspections involve carpentry, plumbing, and painting trades, with some minor electrical work. Determines whether the repair/maintenance work needed is within job capabilities of the unit; if not, reports findings to supervisor. Works on self-help projects that are intended to improve facilities. Inspects plumbing fixtures, fittings and pipes to determine if parts or connections are defective by observing leaks or other malfunctions.

Repairs ineffective water services/ leaky pipes by loosening, tightening, or adjusting valves. Repairs or replaces defective hose mounting bibcock, faucets, water cut-off valves, flush valves, lavatory and bathroom fixtures, strainers, and floor drains. Replaces mounting brackets and supports for basin, laundry traps and drinking fountains. Clears stopped up or sluggish drain lines. Inspects facilities' interiors for sticking and windows, weather stripping, broken or cracked glass, loose hinges door locks, and insecure molding or trim.

Performs maintenance and repairs discrepancies noted above such as rehangs, doors; replaces broken, split, or rotten interior trim; replaces broken or cracked glass using putty and glaziers points. Inspects exterior structures for deterioration of painted surfaces; for broken, cracked, rotten, warped siding, and reports findings to supervisor. Paints and/or wall papers interior surfaces as required using brushes, rollers, and other standard equipment of the trade.

Repairs and/or replaces light switches or sockets, bulbs, florescent fixtures, starters, ballasts, tubes, and outlets. Performs minor servicing maintenance on small unit air conditioners up to 15,000 BTU. Maintains adequate supplies for normal performance of mission. Takes inventory and assures essential supplies are reordered in time to prevent work stoppages. Takes all equipment to proper shops for repairs as required.

Submits requests to supervisor for new equipment as needed. Ensures that material and supplies are properly and safely stored, protected, and maintained. Enforces and follows good housekeeping, safety and fire regulations. Uses various hand and power tools such as manual and/or power drills and saws, braces and bits, hammers, chisels, wrenches, screw drivers, key machine, augers, etc. in accomplishing tasks/jobs.

May be required to operate any of the motor vehicles to include pick-up trucks, sedans, step-vans, etc., for carrying passengers and/or cargo. Performs seasonal tasks as required; such as applying ice control material to entrance of buildings, shoveling snow, picking up litter around buildings, mowing grass, and watering lawns around buildings. Moderately heavy physical effort is required, pushing and moving furniture, furniture set-up and tear down.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

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• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 50 pounds (and heavier with assistance).
• Must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment physical.
• This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain current record of immunization.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• The incumbent must have a valid driver's license.