Maintenance Worker (MVO)

U.S.-Air-Forc; Kaiserslautern; Vor Ort; EUR 32.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

U.S.-Air-Forc in Vogelweh, Germany, is seeking a maintenance worker to perform upkeep and routine maintenance of lodging facilities, grounds, and utilities. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, operating a 2.5 ton truck, and following English instructions.

Applicants must meet physical and security prerequisites and may undergo a pre-employment medical and NACI checks. Open to applicants in Germany under applicable SOFA rules.

Qualifikationen

• Must have general knowledge of painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, locks, and other general maintenance.
• Must have working knowledge of various hand and power tools.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Must be able to operate up to 2.5 ton truck.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and USAREUR license.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical as well as scheduled periodic physicals.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete a T1 investigation (NACI); filling a position of trust.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.

Aufgaben

• Perform upkeep and maintenance of Lodging facilities, grounds, related structures, fixtures, and utilities.
• Operate up to a 2.5 ton truck and support logistical tasks as needed.

Kenntnisse

General maintenance knowledge

Follow English instructions

Operate up to 2.5 ton truck

Tools

Hand and power tools

Jobbeschreibung

About the position

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Vogelweh Lodging facility. This position may offer logistical support.

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of tasks involved in the upkeep and maintenance of Lodging facilities, grounds, related structures, fixtures, and utilities. Work requires considerable standing, stooping, and bending. Work is moderately heavy. Occasional heavy lifting of 50 pounds and more is required.

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, 09/02/2026.

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is U.S. Citizens and legal U.S. residents in Germany. In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Germany and the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen or citizen of a NATO country with a U.S. permanent resident card in order to be eligible for NAF employment. Citizens of Germany (including dual citizenship if Germany is one of the countries) as well as "ordinarily resident" US citizens are not eligible for NAF employment per SOFA agreement. If not already in the commuting area, must be able to verify the ability to arrive before a firm job offer can be sent.

• Business Based Action
• Family Member Preference
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience

• Must have general knowledge of painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, locks, and other general maintenance experience, or have experience in similar work which provides general knowledge of tasks required in the position description.
• Must have a working knowledge of various hand and power tools.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Must be able to operate up to 2.5 ton truck.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements prescribed in the position description and must possess a valid driver's license and USAREUR license.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre- employment physical as well as scheduled periodic physicals.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete a T1 investigation (NACI); filling a position of trust.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.