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MAINTENANCE HELPER

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations
CNRJ Singapore Area Coordinator N921
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Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness, Sports, and Deployed Forces Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Singapore Area Coordinator (SAC). Incumbent serves as a Maintenance Helper and assists in repairs and
upkeep of fitness facilities.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
01/24/2024 to 12/31/2024
Salary
$18.79 to - $18.79 per hour

Plus Non-Taxable Post Allowance (if eligible)

Pay scale & grade
NA 5
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Singapore
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
5
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
FFR24-0102
Control number
773419100

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Military spouses

Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.

Family of overseas employees

Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.

Clarification from the agency

WHO MAY APPLY: U.S. Military and Civilian sponsored dependents within the local 50 miles radius commuting area (including applicants with current Military Spouse Preference, Family Member Preference, and current Federal employees). Singaporean local residents within the area of consideration must apply via https://www.mycareersfuture.gov.sg/ to be considered. This position is opened until filled. Applications will be reviewed on the 1st and 15th.

Duties

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  • Serves as assistant to a higher grade maintenance worker/mechanic in maintaining all fitness program 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.
  • Assists maintenance workers in performing general maintenance, repair and/or alterations to such items as: doors, floors, floor covering, walls, ceiling, windows, electrical switches, receptacles and light fixtures, commodes, wash basins and showers.
  • Assists in performing repairs of fitness/recreation/mess equipment and appliances and other related maintenance and/or custodial duties.
  • Assists in the performance of simple plumbing repairs, replacing faucets or washers, repairing toilet flushing devices, clearing clogged drains, and tightening leaking pipe joints.
  • Assists in the performance of light maintenance on air conditioning units and intermediate maintenance on equipment in the facility.
  • Assists in the performance of minor electrical repairs to switches and boxes, and replaces electric lights, fuses and fixtures.
  • Drives motor vehicles to and from work sites, warehouses, and dumps.
  • Maintains maintenance area in a safe and clean condition.
  • Observes environmental, safety, security and housekeeping rules and regulations.
  • Assists with maintaining fitness facilities (i.e. athletic field).

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Work is performed both inside and outside. Incumbent is exposed to dirt, paint vapors and fumes, possible electric shock, scrapes, burns and cuts.
  • Lifts, carries, and sets up materials and equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. Occasionally, may handle materials and equipment weighing 40 pounds and over.
  • Requires prolonged standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
  • Exerts physical effort in controlling equipment, carrying and setting up ladders and scaffolds and working from ladders and scaffolds.
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain the following certifications within ninety (90) days of hire: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification, Navy Basic Fitness Certification.

Qualifications

  • Must have basic knowledge of trade practices sufficient to complete simple tasks using common skills.
  • Familiarity with safe use of common hand and powered tools.

Education

  • When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of your high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses, which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter, and/or semester hours earned as part of your application package.
  • Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States.
  • Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered. Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency, which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.
  • All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards.
  • To receive consideration for a non-related degree or eligibility based on a combination of education AND experience, a college transcript is required.
  • All transcripts MUST show student's name and the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study.
    • *If your degree has not been awarded/conferred, you must provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent along with transcript(s).
  • Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience.
  • For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html

Additional information

  • Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.
  • The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MWR_Recruitment@fe.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required
  • Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.
  • Recruitment/Relocation Incentives Offered: No

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications:

  • Ability To Do the Work of the Position without More than Normal Supervision.
    • Examples: Plumber, Electrician, Painter, HVAC Technician, Carpenter, Navy Rates examples: Machinist Mates, Machinery Repairmen (MR), Haul Technician (HT), Engineman (EN), Damage Controlman (DC), Engine Mechanics (EN), Electricians Mate (EM), Builder (BU), Construction Electrician (CE), Construction Mechanic (CM), Utilitiesman (UT), etc.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for:
  • Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repairs, etc.
  • Ability to use measuring instruments
  • Ability to interpret instructions, specification, etc. (i.e. blueprinting reading, instruction manuals, installation guides, etc.)
  • Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
  • Knowledge of materials (example: carpentry - varnishes, paint, shellacs, wood, composite materials, wood substitutes, brushes, rollers, spray guns, etc.)

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