at Commander, Navy Installations in Great Lakes, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Summary This position is located in the Marina Branch, Support Division, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois. Responsibilities II. Major Duties and Responsibilities Under limited supervision from the Branch Manager, perform a variety of building pier, and equipment maintenance tasks of a level of difficulty at the semi-journeyman level. May provide advice or assistance to other maintenance workers and laborers working in assigned duties. Performs tasks in the following categories: 1. Incumbent operates various heavy equipment and does general handling (including rigging) of boats in support of the winter storage program and the summer mooring program. Such equipment shall include forklifts, con-o-lift trailer, various hoisting tackle, mast stepping crane, shrink wrapping equipment and pressure washing machine. 2. Welding: Performs structural maintenance and repairs of star docks, moorings, and pier which may include cutting and welding. In addition, also performs minor fiberglass repair and other structural repairs to the various facility boats. 3. Makes improvements to existing departmental facilities through minor carpentry and mechanical skills. Arranges for the equipment, supplies, and services needed to accomplish various maintenance projects. Takes periodic inventory of maintenance stock and equipment as required. 4. Maintains daily cleanliness of the facilities. May perform janitorial tasks such as trash disposing, cleaning restrooms, and cleaning the buildings along with general housekeeping functions. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Must have an extensive background in mechanics with experience in operating heavy equipment, including but not limited to, a forklift license with a minimum rating of 6,000 pounds, or proven experience to get one. In addition, knowledge and experience handling boats, power tools, and related equipment. Must have a working knowledge of boat repair, seamanship, and weather. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Additional Information Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes. Executive Order 12564 requires a federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.
