Maintenance Helper: Plumbing, Carpentry & Landscaping

Peraton; Fort Irwin (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) program

Job summary

Peraton is hiring a Maintenance Helper to support the Deep Space Network effort in Fort Irwin, CA. The role involves hands-on tasks across plumbing, carpentry, landscaping, painting, concrete work, and general repairs, with emphasis on safety and craftsmanship.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least 4 years of direct, multi-trade experience; ability to operate hand and power tools; and must be able to pass background checks and hold a valid Real ID driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with minimum 4 years of direct experience across multiple trades (plumbing, carpentry, landscaping)
• Competent with hand/power tools and cleaning equipment; strong focus on safety
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and manual labor consistent with construction and landscaping demands
• Strong problem-solving and effective communication with emphasis on safety, time management and craftsmanship
• Excellent hand-eye coordination for carpentry, pipe fitting, and technical tool operation
• Must obtain a trusted background check; US citizenship and Real ID driver’s license required

Responsibilities

• Assist with plumbing, carpentry, concrete work, antenna and building painting, tiling, plastering and landscaping
• Repair, replacement and servicing of antenna and building structures and related mechanical, electrical and sanitary systems
• Support Facilities in repair of mechanical systems including equipment, compressed air, water, gas, pumps, fuel pumps, light vehicles, and heavy equipment
• Perform general repair and upkeep of plumbing and sewage systems and related equipment
• Assist with work in Heavy Equipment shop and Custodial tasks
• Maintain site as per irrigation system timers, pipe networks and valves, plant care and landscaping
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Hand and power tools

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Strong communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

General maintenance tools

Job description

Peraton is hiring a Maintenance Helper to support the Deep Space Network effort in Fort Irwin, CA. The role involves hands-on tasks across plumbing, carpentry, landscaping, painting, concrete work, and general repairs, with emphasis on safety and craftsmanship.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least 4 years of direct, multi-trade experience; ability to operate hand and power tools; and must be able to pass background checks and hold a valid Real ID driver’s license.