General Maintenance Mechanic

Bering Straits Native Corporation; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Precision Systems, LLC (GPS) is seeking a General Maintenance Mechanic in El Centro, CA. The role involves maintaining interior and exterior surfaces, performing plumbing and basic electrical tasks, and managing the tool room.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 0–1 year of related experience. The position requires US citizenship and the ability to pass an ICE DHS background check, with Selective Service registration for eligible males.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0–1 years related maintenance experience preferred.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Ability to pass ICE DHS background check.
• Selective Service registration required for males born after 12-31-1959, if not registered can do so online.
• Willing to be on call when scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Work with diverse surfaces interior/exterior of buildings, curbs, parking lots, fences and similar structures.
• Perform plumbing repairs, unclog sinks/toilets, basic electrical work, replace receptacles and face plates, painting and cabinet repairs.
• Oversee the Tool Room: keep tools organized, report damaged tools, and ensure tools are returned to correct locations.

Skills

General maintenance

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

Tool handling

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Electrical meters

Painting/carpentry tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Global Precision Systems, LLC (GPS) was established in 2007 as a Small Business Administration (SBA) . GPS’ core competencies include facility operations and maintenance, logistics services and administrative support. GPS’ customers include the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard; the Departments of State, Justice, Commerce, Agriculture and Homeland Security; the General Services Administration; the Defense Logistics Agency; and the U.S. Census Bureau. Contracts cover Facility and Base Operations and Maintenance, Environmental work, Property Management, Information Technology and Telecommunications, Relocation Services, Training Solutions, Administrative Services, Engineering, Logistic Services, Renovation and Construction, Financial Services and Advisory and Assistance Services. These contracts span 38 states and into several international locations.

About this position: General Maintenance Mechanic in El Centro, CA

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Applicants will be notified via email or phone within ten business days regarding application status.

• You will work with a variety of Surfaces that include the interior and exterior of buildings such as buildings, curbs on roadways, parking lot spaces and fence repair.
• You will make repairs to existing plumbing systems by removing, cleaning, replacing defective plumbing parts, unclogging sinks and toilets and shower drains, also doing minor electrical work, replacing Receptacles and face plates, painting and basic Cabinet Repairs.
• You will oversee the Tool room, keeping tool room clean with tools in there identifying tool ID location, dispersing tools to different individuals and receiving tools back into the Tool Room placing tools back into the identified areas, Report Broken tools and keep tools in good working condition.

Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications

· Education Requirements: High School Diploma or GED equivalent

· Level of Experience Requirements: 0-1 years related experience

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be able to pass an ICE DHS Background check, Males Born after 12-31-59 Must be registered for Selective Service, if not Registered can do so online.
• Willing to be on call when scheduled to do so.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of different types of tools for example skill saws, Drills, Ohm Meters, Grinders and hand tools like screw drivers adjustable Wrenches, different types of plyers and exedra, also what there specifically use for.
• Able to bend, stoop, walk long distances and pick up to 50 lb. of weight with proper technique. Abilities to work in deferent types of weather conditions.
• Will Need to be respectful to work colleague and all other personnel around Facility. Be conferrable working around Prisoner Detainees.

· Knowledge of organizational procedures and workflows – understanding how work moves through a company.

· Basic knowledge of relevant technologies or tools – e.g., Microsoft 365, communication platforms, or industry‑standard software.

· Knowledge of customer service practices – principles of providing quality service and managing inquiries professionally.

· Knowledge of data privacy and confidentiality principles – awareness of proper handling of sensitive information.

· Communication skills (written and verbal) – ability to convey information clearly and professionally.

· Time management and prioritization – balancing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.

· Problem‑solving and critical thinking – analyzing issues and selecting appropriate solutions.

· Interpersonal and teamwork skills – building rapport and collaborating effectively with others.

· Attention to detail – producing accurate, error‑free work.

Preferred

· 2 Years of General Maintenance work

· knowledge in Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, Painting, construction.

· Willing to work on weekends as needed.

Necessary Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, or standing for prolonged periods of time; with frequent opportunity to move about to different areas in facility that needs to be repair. Need to be able to handle hot and cold weather temperature. Hot temperatures can get up to 120 F and cold as 40 F.

The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Employees must always maintain a constant state of situational awareness. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is performed in and outdoors Environment, issuing out tools form tool room and receiving tools back at end of shift, inspecting tools conditions keeping up with SDS sheets for chemical use, keeping tool room in a good clean organized environment. Unclogging sewer drains sink, do some painting, dry wall work. Need to be comfortable but alert working around Detainees that are waiting to be sentence or severing time.

Supervisory Responsibilities

· This position will not have supervisory responsibilities.

DOT Covered/Safety-Sensitive Role Requirements

· This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions.

Additional Qualifying Factors

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain and maintain the appropriate clearance levels required and must also be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference

BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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