Maintenance Mechanic

What you would do

• Install, modify and repair plumbing, sewage, water and gas systems.
• Find and repair faulty heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) units.
• Repair, replace and splice electrical wiring, controls and fixtures.
• Build, install and repair wood structures and carpentry items.
• Paint and coat surfaces, and lay or repair brick, block and stone.

Do you qualify for NA-9?

With experience: You need at least 2 years of general work experience and 1 year of specialized experience in the trades listed in the announcement, such as plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting or masonry. Your resume should describe your experience and skills clearly and specifically. The announcement does not state a grade level for this experience.

With education: This position does not have a positive education requirement, so no degree or coursework is required. The announcement does not say that education can replace experience.

Licenses and certifications you need:

• Valid state driver's license
• Required state and Federal licenses and certifications, to be obtained within 6 months of appointment

How to apply well

What to send:

• Resume, no more than 2 pages
• Proof of education, training or licensure, such as transcripts and licenses
• DD-214 with Member-4 page if claiming veterans' preference
• Most recent SF-50 or Personnel Action Report if you are a current or former federal employee
• Sponsor's PCS orders and marriage certificate if claiming military spouse preference
• Notice of separation if claiming DOD NAF Business Based Action priority

How you will be rated: Your resume and documents are first checked for eligibility and qualifications. Each resume is then rated on knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) using set criteria. The best qualified applicants go to the hiring manager, who may choose to interview them. Missing required documents may affect your eligibility.

Tips for this job:

• Your resume must show dates, hours and clear details for each trade you claim, and stay within 2 pages.
• Send proof of your licenses and training with your application, because missing documents can affect eligibility.
• Plan ahead for base access by getting a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another accepted form of ID.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. Irregular tour of duty, which may include evenings, weekends and holidays.

Conditions of employment:

• Must pass records and background check
• Must pass E-Verify employment check; discrepancies must be resolved
• Irregular tour of duty, including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Travel to other bases, up to 50% of the time
• Moderate physical effort; frequently lift up to 20 pounds
• Occasionally lift over 45 pounds unassisted; heavier items lifted with help
• Must have or obtain required licenses within 6 months of appointment
• REAL ID-compliant license or accepted ID needed for base access from May 7, 2025
• National Agency Background Check and employment reference checks
• Drug-free federal workplace; illegal drug use can lead to removal

Job details

Salary

$25.00 – $29.00 per hour

Pay scale and grade

NA-9 · Nonappropriated fund (trades)

Location

Virginia Beach, Virginia

Appointment

Permanent

Work schedule

Full-time

Service

Competitive

Openings

2

Security clearance

Other

Travel

50% or less

Drug test

Not required

Supervisory

No

Occupation

Maintenance Mechanic (4749)

Announcement

26-13043122