Facilities Maintenance Mechanic – Multi-Trade Expert

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and regular salary increases

Paid Time Off: 37-50 days per year

Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks of paid leave

Child-Care Subsidy

Retirement: Traditional federal pension and 401(k)

Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, and life

Not a virtual position

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for its Facilities Management department at the VA Boston Healthcare System. This role involves performing various maintenance tasks including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work, as well as ensuring safety standards in building operations.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision and possess the skills necessary for installations and repairs within the facility. This position offers competitive pay and a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• Training or experience to perform maintenance duties.
• Volunteer experience is credited.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine work orders.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and repair tasks.
• Make visual inspections to determine repair needs.
• Perform plumbing maintenance and repairs.
• Make electrical repairs and change bulbs in hard-to-reach locations.

Skills

Ability to perform work with minimal supervision

Interpret instructions and specifications

Use and maintain tools and equipment

Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, and repair

Knowledge of materials and technical practices

Use of measuring instruments

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for its Facilities Management department at the VA Boston Healthcare System. This role involves performing various maintenance tasks including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work, as well as ensuring safety standards in building operations.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision and possess the skills necessary for installations and repairs within the facility. This position offers competitive pay and a generous benefits package.