General Maintenance Worker

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Job Summary:

Join an elite mission at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Charleston, SC, and Joint Base Charleston, where your hands-on skills will support the infrastructure that empowers national security training. As a General Maintenance Worker with DAWSON's facilities support team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the physical condition of mission-critical buildings and systems-ensuring safety, efficiency, and readiness across the expansive training campus. From basic repairs to preventive maintenance, your work will directly impact the operational excellence of a premier federal law enforcement facility.

Location: Charleston, SC

Responsibilities:

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  Perform a variety of general maintenance duties across FLETC buildings, including minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting tasks.

  
  
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  Replace fixtures, switches, motors, broken windows, and plumbing components as needed.

  
  
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  Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance of mechanical and structural systems.

  
  
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  Maintain logs of work performed and materials used, and report deficiencies or hazards to supervisors.

  
  
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  Assist in basic HVAC and boiler support under the direction of certified technicians.

  
  
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  Respond to maintenance service requests promptly, including emergency repairs and weekend/holiday shifts when required.

  
  
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  Maintain safe, clean, and organized workspaces in accordance with OSHA and EPA standards.

  
  

Qualifications:

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  Minimum of 2 years of recent experience (within the past 5 years) in general building maintenance and equipment operation in commercial or institutional environments.

  
  
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  Proficient in basic mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs.

  
  
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  Able to read and interpret maintenance manuals, schematics, and safety guidelines.

  
  
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  Must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs., standing for extended periods, and working in varied environmental conditions.

  
  
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  All work must meet the standards and codes set by federal, state, and local authorities.

  
  

Additional Requirements:

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  Journeyman-level licensing may be required for specific trades, depending on task assignment and local regulations.

  
  
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  Must follow DAWSON's safety protocols and report incidents, hazards, or property damage immediately.

  
  

Contingent upon the award

DAWSON 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.

DAWSON 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.

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