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Maintenance Helper

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations
CNRJ - Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka 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); Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka. Incumbent serves as a Maintenance Helper and assists in repairs andupkeep of fitness facilities.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
06/12/2025 to 06/26/2025
Salary
$20.11 to - $20.11 per hour

Plus Non-Taxable Post Allowance (if eligible)

Pay scale & grade
NA 5
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan
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
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
FFR25-0507
Control number
838664200

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Clarification from the agency

Applicants with SOFA Sponsorship ONLY. This includes applicants with current Military Spouse Preference, Family member preference, and current CNIC employees within the local commuting area.

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

  • 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.
  • 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

Qualifications

  • Must be able to work under the direct and constant supervision of the Fitness Facility Coordinator, Sports Coordinator, or Fitness Director.
  • Must be able to perform simple tasks independently after receiving detailed instructions.
  • Exercise continual care, due to nature of tools and equipment used, and the weight of objects handled.
  • Have basic knowledge of trade practices sufficient to complete simple tasks using common skills.
  • Familiarity with safe use of common hand and powered tools.
  • Must have the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision performing maintenance duties such as plumbing; painting; air conditioning, carpentry and electricity. Navy Rates examples: Machinist Mates, Machinery Repairmen, Haul Technician, Engineman, Damage Controlman, Engine Mechanics, Electricians Mate, Builder, Construction Electrician, Construction Mechanic, Utilities man, etc.

Education

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • 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.
  • All candidates must reside within the commuting area.
  • Non-US Citizens or Non-US Bona Fide Resident Alien (Non-Green Card Holder) applicants who are SOFA sponsored must provide a completed police record check with at least seven (7) years of history from the embassy/consulate of their country of citizenship upon receipt of a formal job offer.

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:

  • Must have the ability to do the work of the position without More than Normal Supervision.
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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