General Maintenance Worker

The Building People; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Building People is looking for General Maintenance Workers in Washington, D.C. You will perform various maintenance and repair tasks at government facilities, addressing minor repairs, conducting preventive maintenance, and maintaining equipment.

The ideal candidate should possess a High School Diploma and an OSHA 30-Hour certification. The position offers competitive benefits including a retirement plan, life insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Knowledge to perform minor repairs and routine maintenance tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to use various hand and power tools.
• Physical capability to perform manual labor including lifting.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repair, and upkeep tasks.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment and systems.
• Maintain records of maintenance work and supplies.

Skills

Basic knowledge of plumbing

Ability to use hand and power tools safely

Experience with minor repairs like leaky faucets

Physical ability to perform manual labor

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

OSHA 30-Hour Certification

Job description

life insurance, paid time off, long term disability, 401(k), retirement plan

United States, D.C., Washington

Please note that this position is for an upcoming position. We are, however, accepting applications for this anticipated need. If you are interested in joining The Building People, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

The Building People, LLC seeks General Maintenance Workers to perform a variety of routine maintenance, repair, and upkeep tasks at government facilities. The General Maintenance Worker addresses minor repairs, conducts preventive maintenance, operates hand and power tools, maintains facility equipment and grounds, keeps records of maintenance work, and orders necessary supplies and parts. This position requires an ability to recognize when a job requires a licensed professional and to report hazardous conditions proactively.

Required Experience & Skills

• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, and carpentry sufficient to perform minor repairs and routine maintenance tasks
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Experience performing repairs on minor issues such as leaky faucets, clogged drains, and broken fixtures
• Ability to repair and paint walls, windows, doors, floors, and woodwork
• Experience conducting routine preventive maintenance checks on equipment and systems, including replacing filters, lubricating parts, and performing related upkeep tasks
• Physical ability to perform manual labor including standing, walking, bending, carrying, and lifting
• Problem‑solving skills and attention to detail in a facilities maintenance environment
• Ability to maintain accurate records of maintenance work and manage supply and parts orders
• All personnel must obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Level 3) security clearance.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Prior experience performing general maintenance in a federal government facility, commercial office building, or similar institutional setting
• Familiarity with safety protocols and the ability to identify when a hazardous condition or complex repair requires escalation to a licensed tradesperson or supervisor

Required Education

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• OSHA 30‑Hour General Industry Certification (required)

Preferred Education

• Vocational or technical training in plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry, or a related maintenance trade
• Additional safety certifications or training relevant to general facility maintenance

Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

Additional Information

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.

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