Allied Trades Worker

LAUKOA; Fort Leonard Wood (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Voluntary benefits: critical illness

Job summary

LAUKOA seeks a versatile Multi-Trade Facility & Test Structure Craftsman to support facilities, test structures, R&D projects, operational ranges, and related infrastructure at a government installation. The role covers construction, maintenance, and repair across carpentry, plumbing, roofing, and related trades to ensure mission readiness.

The position requires a minimum of 10 years of experience, knowledge of safety regulations, ability to read blueprints and schematics, and U.S.

Qualifications

• 10 years of facility installation and maintenance experience
• Knowledge of installation and maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Familiar with safety regulations and hazardous waste management

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, repair test articles, structures, and facilities
• Perform building renovations and routine facility maintenance
• Interpret plans and blueprints for complex structures
• Troubleshoot plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Perform roofing, painting, and concrete work
• Maintain PM/repair records and safety compliance
• Operate grounds equipment and manage storm readiness tasks
• Provide logistical support and coordinate with government PMs
• Ensure hazard material handling and PPE compliance

Skills

Facility maintenance

Blueprints interpretation

Troubleshooting

Carpentry knowledge

Roofing knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Painting knowledge

Hand tools

Power tools

Tools

Test equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

LAUKOA is seeking a versatile Multi-Trade Facility & Test Structure Craftsman to support facilities, test structures, research and development projects, operational ranges, and related infrastructure at Tyndall Air Force Base. This position performs multi-trade construction, repair, renovation, maintenance, grounds, equipment, and storm-response work through the Government work-order system.

Job Description / Summary of Duties:

• Construct, maintain, and repair test articles, test structures, facilities, and associated test support requirements; perform building and office renovations and routine facility maintenance; recommend infrastructure updates
• Carpentry, rough and finish: construct, install, repair, and modify structures from complex plans, blueprints, and sketches, including irregular sizes, shapes, and angles with precise fits
• Plumbing: troubleshoot and test plumbing systems including backflow prevention assemblies, atmospheric vacuum breakers, and cross-connection devices; install, modify, repair, and maintain sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems and fixtures
• Masonry/concrete: maintain, repair, and construct cement and concrete surfaces; compute concrete requirements; operate cement mixers; pour, spread, and level concrete
• Painting: surface preparation (mechanical and chemical), filling, sanding, mixing/tinting, and application by brush, roller, and spray gun
• Roofing: repair and install asphalt, tile, slate, roll roofing, felts, and shingles; remove and replace deteriorated roof sections
• Appliance and equipment repair and preventive maintenance: troubleshoot, inspect, lubricate, check voltage/amperage, replace worn components, and maintain PM/repair records
• Grounds keeping: operate large complex riding mowers, slope mowers, tractors, dump trucks, sweepers, and towed/attached equipment
• Storm readiness: prepare the building for hurricane evacuation and severe weather; post-storm debris clean-up; short-notice emergency call-in
• Logistical support: meeting support, equipment moves, requisitioning and picking up materials from local vendors
• Work order discipline: execute and deconflict work assigned in the government work order system; coordinate schedule/material/design changes with government project managers
• Safety, hazardous material handling, housekeeping, and PPE compliance

Required Qualifications:

• 10 years' experience in facility installation and maintenance
• Thorough knowledge of installation and maintenance of facilities and associated equipment, with practical troubleshooting and repair knowledge
• Working knowledge of carpentry (finish and rough), roofing, plumbing, painting, appliance repair, concrete, and facilities maintenance
• Knowledge of safety regulations and of current federal, state, local, and AF hazardous waste management regulations
• Ability to interpret and apply blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and technical manuals
• Skill with hand tools, portable power tools, and a wide variety of test equipment
• Valid state driver's license (government vehicle operation; annual driver license validation
• NACI favorably completed-
• U.S. Citizen
• AF Form 332 process familiarity;
• CPR/AED currency desirable

*This Position is Contingent Upon Award.

LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.