General Maintenance Worker

 

Main characteristics

Location

Columbia, South Carolina

Company

TechFlow, Inc.

Industry

Construction

Job summary

Cyclic General Maintenance Worker - U.S. Army Fort Jackson

Competitive wages and an INSURANCE ALLOWANCE!

Top reasons to work at EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow:

Paid time off- Vacation, Sick & Federal Holidays

Non-seasonal- Always steady work

Cyclic General Maintenance Workers on the Fort Jackson team come from areas of Columbia. Primary responsibilities of the Cyclic General Maintenance Worker overall include performing general maintenance, preventative maintenance, and repairs on buildings, equipment and machinery in various trades. The ideal EMI Cyclic General Maintenance Worker has the practical skill and knowledge in various trades such as grounds work, painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, HVAC and electrical work.

Salary

$18.26/ hr. plus $4.41 fringe benefits used towards insurance and 401k!

See ALL the fantastic benefits you receive as an employee of EMI below!!

Key Responsibilities

Work involves a variety of the following duties but is not all inclusive: replace broken hardware in a barracks room, working on signage, replacing electrical receptacles, wires, switches, fixtures, and motors, using plaster or compound to patch minor holes and cracks in walls and ceilings, repairing or replacing sinks, water coolers, and toilets

Repair or replace defective equipment parts and reassemble equipment

Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate

Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment

Order parts, supplies, and equipment from catalogs and suppliers, or obtain them from storerooms

Perform general cleaning of buildings or properties

Perform other related duties as assigned

Essential Skills

Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices

Adjust functional parts of devices or control instruments- use hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, or straightedges

Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in both rough and finished carpentry in COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL settings- such as applicable building and safety code requirements and methods and practices followed in the maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment

Knowledge of building architectural/structural elements - including alterations and repairs

Adaptable and flexible in work situations

Establish priorities to ensure completion of tasks in a timely manner

PRACTICES WORKPLACE SAFETY in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies - Including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

4+ years related experience and/or formal vocational/technical training in a variety of building and/or utility trades

Duty Phone

Valid drivers license

Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check

Regular, dependable attendance

U. S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations

Preferred Qualifications

Formal apprenticeship

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted

Use of hands, reaching with hands and arms, talking, and walking

Prolonged periods of sitting, bending, squatting, standing, twisting, or stooping

Climbing ladders and entering confined spaces

Lifting and adjusting heavy objects, contact with sharp, hot and/or very cold supplies and equipment.

Work both indoors and outdoors in various temperatures (some extreme) and weather conditions

* Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

As a team member at EMI, youll enjoy:

Generous benefits package consistent with Service Contract Agreement

Insurance Allowance

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Federal Holidays)

Safety Allowance

Uniforms

Tuition Reimbursement

Non-seasonal- always steady work!

Referral program- Join our team then bring your friends

What Sets EMI Apart

EMI is an industry-leading provider of DOD base operation support services, facilities maintenance, and logistics. Our goal is to contribute to the repair and maintenance of buildings and equipment. EMI consistently delivers cost-saving through best value innovations and quality service that exceeds our clients expectations.

The Right Partner: EMI has grown by gaining our customers trust and our employees loyalty. Weve successfully performed over 60 service contracts and we understand the unique challenges facing todays military. We offer exceptional responsiveness and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. We demonstrate this commitment by consistently earning some of the highest customer satisfaction ratings in the industry.

The Right Team: The EMI team includes over 250 high-achieving professionals, administrative and trades personnel deployed in various locations throughout the United States. At times, we augment our in-house capabilities with proven and capable business partners.

The Right Approach: EMI brings vast expertise and proven solutions to augment our clients operations. We provide a platform that delivers seamless mission support and exceptional customer service in a very cost-effective and repeatable solution.