General Maintenance Worker III - Lead

dawsonohana; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 63,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

LAUKOA is seeking a General Maintenance Worker III – Lead in Charleston, SC to supervise a crew, coordinate daily tasks, and ensure safe, compliant maintenance across FLETC Charleston and Naval Weapons Station.

You will perform a range of trades, read blueprints, maintain equipment, and uphold OSHA standards while supporting after-hours repairs; leadership experience is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience in buildings, including supervisory duties.
• Knowledge of multiple trades (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC).
• 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 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 tasks including basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, minor electrical work, and repairs to facilities.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance checks for facility readiness.
• 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 and deficiencies to the AFOM or Facilities Maintenance Supervisor.
• Support emergency repairs and after-hours facility calls when necessary.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Reading blueprints

Multiple trades knowledge

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or certification preferred

Tools

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

HVAC

Job description

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.