Facilities Maintenance Mechanic - Hands-on Repair Expert

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Harrison (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs maintains Fort Harrison campus and related facilities across VA Montana Healthcare System.

This Maintenance Mechanic position performs repairs, installations, and routine maintenance on building systems, using carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical skills. The role requires interpreting blueprints and manuals, using a wide range of hand and power tools, and working with minimal supervision in a physically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Experience performing maintenance and repair work on building systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical manuals.
• Proficient in using hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in physical conditions.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains food carts, laundry carts, metal furniture, pumps and air compressors.
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and determines needed repairs and parts.
• Independently diagnoses and completes projects or work orders involving routine repairs.
• Identifies malfunctions and takes corrective action using proper tools and procedures.
• Interprets blueprints, sketches, specs, and manuals to plan work and ensure safety.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical work

Carpentry

Troubleshooting

Tools handling

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Shop tools

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs maintains Fort Harrison campus and related facilities across VA Montana Healthcare System.

This Maintenance Mechanic position performs repairs, installations, and routine maintenance on building systems, using carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical skills. The role requires interpreting blueprints and manuals, using a wide range of hand and power tools, and working with minimal supervision in a physically demanding environment.