General Maintenance Worker

Job description

Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking a General Maintenance Worker to support the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service’s Developed Recreation programs of the Appalachian Ranger District in Mars Hill, NC. I’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do? At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective. So, what will the General Maintenance Worker at Terrestris do? As the General Maintenance Worker , you will assist with the operation, maintenance, and repairs of the facilities, constructed features, and grounds found within recreation areas and administrative facilities. What does a typical day look like for the General Maintenance Worker? You will: Perform simple and routine work involved in the maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, and related utilities, requiring the use of a variety of trade practices associated with occupations such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, cement work, painting, and other related trades. Perform routine maintenance on campground sites and trails using hand tools or heavy equipment to re-grade and reset barriers to restore areas to original appearances. Conduct pre-season safety and hazard tree inspections. Pressure wash and paint interior and exterior areas. Replace signs, gravel at campsites, and site furnishings as needed. Perform water and wastewater systems maintenance including repairing or replacing sinks, showers, water heaters, toilet risers, water distribution and wastewater collection piping. Replace electrical receptacles, wires, switches, and fixtures. Repair building finishes, doors, windows, and carpentry. Operate power equipment such as lawn mowers and all types of hand tools to maintain buildings, grounds, roads, trails, etc. Perform janitorial duties and garbage removal, as needed in back-up support Perform routine assessments of facilities, water systems, and wastewater systems using standard forms and according to clear and specified direction. Travel to project locations for maintenance work and activities, as needed, via privately owned vehicle. What qualifications do you look for? You might be the professional we’re looking for if you have: Authorization to work in the U.S. permanently without sponsorship. A High School diploma or equivalent. Practical skill and knowledge in such trades as: Carpentry Plumbing Masonry Painting Electrical Landscaping A minimum of (5) years of experience working in relevant trades. Ability to use, maintain, and repair tools and equipment. Ability to work independently and without more than normal supervision. Strength and mobility to work in a typical field setting. Ability to frequently lift, carry and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to 40 pounds. Stamina to navigate uneven terrain and construction sites, including standing, walking, and climbing for up to 8 hours a day. Adequate vision to read printed materials and computer screens Hearing and speech adequate to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Ability and willingness to perform work in austere weather conditions, in the presence of loud noise, at heights exceeding 10 feet, and in environments that commonly include exposure to dust and noxious odors. What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer? We offer outstanding benefits including health, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. DILBERT © 2018 Scott Adams. Used By permission of ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION. All rights reserved.