Maintenance Worker (Marina)

Summary

This position is located in the Marina Branch, Support Division, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department, Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois.

Duties

• II. Major Duties and Responsibilities Under limited supervision from the Branch Manager, perform a variety of building pier, and equipment maintenance tasks of a level of difficulty at the semi-journeyman level. May provide advice or assistance to other maintenance workers and laborers working in assigned duties. Performs tasks in the following categories: 1. Incumbent operates various heavy equipment and does general handling (including rigging) of boats in support of the winter storage program and the summer mooring program. Such equipment shall include forklifts, con-o-lift trailer, various hoisting tackle, mast stepping crane, shrink wrapping equipment and pressure washing machine. 2. Welding: Performs structural maintenance and repairs of star docks, moorings, and pier which may include cutting and welding. In addition, also performs minor fiberglass repair and other structural repairs to the various facility boats. 3. Makes improvements to existing departmental facilities through minor carpentry and mechanical skills. Arranges for the equipment, supplies, and services needed to accomplish various maintenance projects. Takes periodic inventory of maintenance stock and equipment as required. 4. Maintains daily cleanliness of the facilities. May perform janitorial tasks such as trash disposing, cleaning restrooms, and cleaning the buildings along with general housekeeping functions.Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate must possess: Must have an extensive background in mechanics with experience in operating heavy equipment, including but not limited to, a forklift license with a minimum rating of 6,000 pounds, or proven experience to get one.In addition, knowledge and experience handling boats, power tools, and related equipment.Must have a working knowledge of boat repair, seamanship, and weather.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

How to apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/17/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13056936 It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.