FLEX Maintenance Helper

Naval District Washington (NDW) (NAF); Naval Air Station Patuxent River (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Naval Air Station Patuxent River is seeking a Maintenance Helper to assist a higher grade maintenance worker in keeping fitness facilities and equipment in top condition. You will help with simple trades, upkeep, and basic repairs to doors, floors, walls, wiring, plumbing and more.

The role requires residence within 50 miles of Pax River, a valid driver's license, and completion of required safety certifications. Intermittent work schedule and travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of trade practices sufficient to complete simple tasks using common skills.
• Familiarity with safe use of common hand and powered tools.

Responsibilities

• Assists in maintaining fitness program equipment and facilities to keep them in optimum operating condition.
• Supports trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting and related tasks.

Skills

Trade basics

Tools use

Driver's license

Education

CPR

AED Certification

Navy Basic Fitness Cert

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical basics

Job description

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Fitness Dept at NAS Patuxent River. Serves as a Maintenance Helper and assists in repairs and upkeep of fitness facilities.

Location

• Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD

Clarification from the agency

Must reside within 50 miles of NAS Pax River

Work site options

• Telework eligible: No
• Remote job: No
• Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

Salary

• $20.55 - $20.55 per hour

Pay scale & grade

• NA 5

Work schedule

• Intermittent

Travel Required

• Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type

• Intermittent

Supervisory status

• No

Federal service type

• This job is in the Competitive Service

Represented by a union

• No

Drug test

• No

Security clearance

• Other

Background check type

• Financial disclosure required: No
• Some jobs require to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number

• 26-13078265

Control number

• 886741000

Duties

• Serves as assistant to a higher grade maintenance worker/mechanic in maintaining all fitness program equipment and facilities in optimum operating condition.
• Assists in the performance of one or more trade practices associated with occupations such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, air conditioning, painting, and other related trades.
• Assists maintenance workers in performing general maintenance, repair and/or alterations to such items as: doors, floors, floor covering, walls, ceiling, windows, electrical switches, receptacles and light fixtures, commodes, wash basins and showers.
• Assists in performing repairs of fitness/recreation/mess equipment and appliances and other related maintenance and/or custodial duties.
• Assists in the performance of simple plumbing repairs, replacing faucets or washers, repairing toilet flushing devices, clearing clogged drains, and tightening leaking pipe joints.
• Assists in the performance of light maintenance on air conditioning units and intermediate maintenance on equipment in the facility.
• Assists in the performance of minor electrical repairs to switches and boxes, and replaces electric lights, fuses and fixtures.
• Drives motor vehicles to and from work sites, warehouses, and dumps.Maintains maintenance area in a safe and clean condition.
• Observes environmental, safety, security and housekeeping rules and regulations.
• Assists with maintaining fitness facilities (i.e. athletic field).

Requirements

• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer
• Must reside within 50 miles of NAS Pax River
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must pass all applicable records and background check.

Qualifications

Basic knowledge of trade practices sufficient to complete simple tasks using common skills. Familiaritywith safe use of common hand and powered tools.

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.

Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain the following certifications within ninety (90) days of hire:

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification
• Navy Basic Fitness Certification

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. Spouses of active duty military members of the Armed Forces may receive preference in hiring under this announcement if they are among the best qualified referred and are within reach of selection. Spouse Preference does not apply to NF 04 and NF 05 positions. Please clearly identify in your application that you are asking for spouse preference and complete the and submit a copy of current PCS orders. Failure to submit current PCS orders with application will prevent spousal preference from being granted. Acceptance or declination of a regular full or part-time non-appropriated or appropriated fund position ends your ability to claim this preference. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

SELECTIVE SERVICE REQUIREMENT: If you are a male born after December 31,1959 and at least 18 years of age, employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must register with the Selective Service System (military draft), unless you meet certain exemptions. If applicable, failure to register will prevent you from being considered for employment. To register, please visit the Selective Service web site at .

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Copy of your current, valid Driver's License
• Proof of education/training: if applicable, provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s), if degree hasn't been conferred provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
• If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)

Notes on Education

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 .

Closing date

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/04/2026 to receive consideration.

Agency contact information

• NDW NAF HR
• Naval Air Station Patuxent River
• 47402 Buse Rd
• Bldg 467
• Patuxent River, MD 20670
• US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

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