Maintenance Worker

United States Space Force•Patrick AFB, FL 32940, United States• Full Time

Posted 3 days ago• Business & Finance

Compensation

$22.34/hour

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Job Description

Summary

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Manatee Cove Marina.

This position includes the opportunity to enroll in Health and Life Insurance, 401K and Retirement, Annual and Sick Leave

Must be physically able to lift, handle and carry objects weighing over 50 pounds and be able to work an uncommon tour of duty to include evenings, weekends and holiday.

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

01/13/2026 to 02/12/2026

Salary $22.34 to - $22.34 per hour Pay scale & grade NA 7

Location

Who Can Apply

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

Applicants will be reviewed and referred on the following dates: January 23, 2026, February 2, 2026, and closing on February 12, 2026 . Announcement will close once position is filled.

Applies a basic knowledge of carpentry, painting, electricity, plumbing and mechanical in performing minor maintenance and self-help construction of assigned buildings and docks belonging to the Manatee Cove Marina. Plans and lays out work from drawings & oral or written instructions, selects materials and tools to be used. Measures and cuts materials to required length using hand or portable power tools of the carpentry trade. Uses standard measuring instruments such as rulers, tape measure, carpenters square and levels. Periodically inspects buildings, facilities and grounds to determine the need for repair work and reports findings to Maintenance Mechanic or Marina Manager. Brushes, rolls and sprays paint or related materials according to specific instructions to ensure that surfaces are fully coated and free from drips and runs. Ensures surfaces are prepared and ready to be painted or primed. Properly cleans, stores, and safeguards paints, stands and related materials and equipment. Performs minor electrical work such as replacing switches, outlets, fixtures or bulbs. Replaces worn faucets and fixtures, clears clogged drains and performs other basic plumbing tasks as required or assigned. Maintains, assembles and makes minor repairs to furniture and assigned equipment including lawn mowers, hand tools, ice machine, vacuum cleaners and gas pumps. Operates a variety of assigned motor vehicles and a small powerboat to transport personnel, supplies, materials or equipment. Performs minor vehicle/vessel operator maintenance and ensures that assigned vehicles are maintained in accordance with applicable instructions. Completes records and reports required during operator usage. Refers complex repair or maintenance work to supervisor. Maintains assigned areas in a clean and orderly condition. Sweeps, dusts and cleans floors, walls, ceilings and woodwork. Vacuums carpets and cleans floors and furniture. Collects and empties waste baskets and garbage cans. Performs edging around curbs, sidewalks and shrubs. Fertilizes and waters lawns and shrubs. Performs other related duties as assigned.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12864994

Requirements

This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
Must be physically able to occasionally lift and carry objects weighing 50 pounds or more.

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 02/12/2026

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
Must have demonstrated proficiency with an assortment of common hand and power tools. Basic knowledge in performing minor maintenance and self-help construction. Must read, write and speak English and be able to communicate effectively. Must have the ability to read and understand written and oral instructions and ensure completion of assigned tasks. Must be physically able to lift, handle and carry objects weighing over 50 pounds and be able to work an uncommon tour of duty to include evenings, weekends and holiday. Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Evaluation

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

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Required Documents

Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

Resume

Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

Cover Letter
DD-214/ Statement of Service
Diploma/ GED
Disability Letter (VA)
License
Other (1)
Other (2)
PCS Orders
Professional Certification
Proof of Marriage Status
Resume
Separation Notice (RIF)
SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
Transcript

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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