General Maintenance Worker III - Lead

LAUKOA; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation & sick leave

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Job summary

LAUKOA, a federal contractor providing facilities maintenance services, seeks a General Maintenance Worker III - Lead in Charleston, SC. You will supervise maintenance staff, coordinate daily tasks, and ensure safe, compliant completion of preventive and corrective work on facilities.

Responsibilities include performing plumbing, carpentry, painting, and minor electrical tasks; reading blueprints and work orders; coordinating material inventories; and enforcing OSHA and contract standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of general building maintenance experience, including 1+ year in a lead role.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and related trades.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in varied environments.
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of General Maintenance Workers; assign tasks and monitor performance.
• Perform skilled maintenance: plumbing, carpentry, painting, minor electrical work.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance checks.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and coordinate reordering.
• Interpret work orders and technical manuals to plan repairs and prioritize tasks.
• Ensure staff follow OSHA safety regulations and contract requirements.
• Report progress to the AFOM or Facilities Maintenance Supervisor.
• Support emergency repairs and after-hours facility calls when necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Supervisory experience

Read blueprints

Multi-trades knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or certification preferred

Job description

LAUKOA brings together a diverse portfolio of companies delivering mission-critical services to the Department of Defense, federal agencies, and commercial organizations. From environmental stewardship and infrastructure support to technology, operations, maintenance, and construction services, we help clients accomplish their goals through expertise, innovation, and trusted partnerships. Rooted in Native Hawaiian values, we are committed to delivering results that strengthen organizations, communities, and future generations.

Whether you’re building critical infrastructure in Greenland, supporting federal health programs in Florida, or protecting ecosystems in the Pacific, LAUKOA brings together people who care about what they do.

Current job opportunities withLAUKOA are posted here as they become available. Check back often for new positions!

Job Title: General Maintenance Worker III - Lead

Salary: $26.05 per hour + $5.09 Per Hour (H/W) = $31.14 per hour (Salary may be negotiable and may be increased based on relevant experience and qualifications.)

Job Summary: Lead and perform a wide range of general building maintenance tasks across FLETC Charleston and Naval Weapons Station. As LAUKOA’s General Maintenance Worker III – Lead, you will supervise maintenance personnel, coordinate daily assignments, and ensure efficient, safe completion of corrective and preventive maintenance tasks in accordance with the contract’s performance standards.

Location: Charleston, SC

Responsibilities:

• Supervise a team of General Maintenance Workers; assign tasks and monitor performance.
• Perform a variety of skilled maintenance tasks including basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, minor electrical work, and repairs to facility structures and equipment.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance checks to ensure facility readiness.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and coordinate with supervisors for reordering.
• Interpret work orders and technical manuals to plan repairs and prioritize tasks.
• Ensure staff follow OSHA safety regulations and PWS Section C-5.B requirements.
• Report progress and deficiencies to the AFOM or Facilities Maintenance Supervisor.
• Support emergency repairs and after-hours facility calls when necessary.

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. Management reserves the right to modify or assign additional duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of recent experience (within the past 10 years) in general building maintenance, including at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Working knowledge of multiple trades (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, etc.).
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in varied indoor/outdoor environments.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational training or certification preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain a favorable adjudication via a DHS background investigation and maintain suitability clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with work authorization.
• This position may require the operation of Company-provided vehicles.
  • If operating Company-provided vehicles, maintaining a valid driver’s license in good standing is a condition of employment.
  • If operating Company-provided vehicles, employee must comply with all Company vehicle use and safety policies, as well as all applicable traffic laws.
  • If operating Company-provided vehicles, the Company may review your motor vehicle record (MVR), as permitted by law, to verify eligibility to operate Company vehicles.
  • If operating Company-provided vehicles, you must immediately notify the Company if your driver’s license is suspended, revoked, restricted, expires, or if your driving privileges otherwise change.
• Work Hours are 0700 – 1600 with availability to be on-call outside of work hours.
  • Work schedules are determined by management and may be modified at any time based on business needs, contractual obligations, and operational requirements.

LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.