Maintenance & Repair Worker I

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies in Dahlgren, VA is seeking a Part-time, on-call Maintenance & Repair Worker I to support NSWC Dahlgren Facilities Maintenance. The role spans carpentry, painting, plumbing, masonry, and electrical tasks under close supervision.

The ideal candidate holds a High School Diploma or GED, has maintenance experience, can lift up to 50 pounds, and holds a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1+ year in Operations & Maintenance on military/civilian sites.
• Experience in general maintenance, facility repair, or related trades.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment.
• Must obtain and maintain Secret clearance; US citizenship required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair tasks on government facilities and equipment.
• Assist with facility improvement projects and routine checks.
• Follow established procedures and report issues to supervision.
• Assemble or install equipment with simple wiring or tests; record data.
• Replace electrical components, patch walls, and repair sinks or tiles.
• Support other crafts as needed and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Independent work

Attention to detail

Reliable

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Maintenance & Repair Worker I (FMSC-2026-25763)

Bowhead seeks a Part- Time, On- Call, Maintenance & Repair Worker I to join our team in Dahlgren, VA in support of our NSWC Dahlgren Facilities Maintenance Support contract. The Maintenance & Repair Worker, General I is responsible for general maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings. They require skills and knowledge in trades such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry and electrical work and will keep the Supervisor apprised of unique situations and problems encountered. This technician performs simple routine tasks under close supervision or from detailed procedures. Work is checked in progress or on completion.

This position is ideal for individuals looking for flexible, as-needed work. The selected candidate will be called upon to assist during periods of increased workload, special projects, and maintenance surges. An upcoming project beginning in late August through early September is expected to require one to two weeks of full-time support, with additional on-call opportunities available throughout the year as workload demands.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance & Repair Worker performs general maintenance, repair, and minor construction tasks involving government facilities and equipment. The successful candidate should possess work knowledge and experience in one or more of the following trades:

• Carpentry
• Painting
• Plumbing
• Masonry
• Electrical repair
• General building maintenance

Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance and repair tasks, assisting with facility improvement projects, maintaining a safe work environment, and notifying the Supervisor of any unusual conditions or problems encountered during assigned work. Work is performed under the direction of the Supervisor and may involve following established procedures or detailed work instructions. Assignments are reviewed during progress and upon completion to ensure quality and compliance with contract requirements.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Assemble or install equipment or parts requiring simple wiring, soldering, or connecting;
• Perform simple or routine tasks or tests such as tensile or hardness tests; operating and adjusting simple test equipment; records test data;
• Gather and maintain specified records of engineering data such as tests, drawings, etc.; performing computations by substituting numbers in specified formulas; plotting data and draws simple curves and graphs;
• Replace electrical receptacle covers, switches; using plaster or compound to patch minor holes and cracks in walls and ceilings;
• Repair or replace sinks, water coolers, toilets, painting structures and equipment;
• Replace damaged sheet rock, paneling, floor tiles, and ceiling tiles; hanging doors and installing door locks;
• Replaces broken window panes;
• Perform general maintenance on equipment or machinery;
• Installs or repairs any of a variety of electrical equipment, painting, plumbing and masonry;
• Assists other crafts and trades personnel in their daily operations.
• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications

This is a part-time, on-call position with no guaranteed minimum number of hours. Work schedules will vary based on contract requirements and workload. Candidates who are available for short-term projects and flexible scheduling are encouraged to apply.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, with a minimum of one (1) years of experience in Operations and Maintenance services supporting a military base or civilian installation.
• Experience in general maintenance, facility repair, or related trade.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment as required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after receiving work assignments.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to obtain (Bowhead will assist) and maintain a Secret Clearance to allow access to Naval Support Activity in Dahlgren.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Emergency Management/Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) experience, preferred.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Target salary is $24.68/hr commensurate with experience

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status EOE/D/V. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here .

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.