General Maintenance Worker (Skilled)

Bering Straits Professional Services (BSPS) is committed to world-class management of global logistics, training and procurement services for U.S. Government agencies. BSPS is certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as an 8(a) contractor and holds ISO 9001 quality standard certification through the Performance Review Institute (PRI).

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance, minor preventive maintenance and repair of interior and exterior of buildings, sanitation systems, low voltage electrical systems, and components associated with military family housing and bachelor's quarters facilities at various locations.
• Maintain, repair, and replace doors, woodwork, paneling, drywall, and floor coverings.
• Replace electrical receptacles, wires, switches, fixtures, and motors.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, models, or verbal and written instructions.
• Perform occasional painting or touching up of structures or equipment.
• Perform minor preventive maintenance actions, including but not limited to changing air filters, lubricating fittings or components, performing inspections and taking readings.
• Repair or replace plumbing fixtures such as sinks, faucets, and toilets.
• Replace broken windows.
• Provide daily reports of tasks performed at the end of the workday.
• Follow established safety procedures and utilize safety protective equipment and clothing pertinent to particular trades or skills.
• Ensure proper housekeeping practices are observed.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Four (4) years' experience in one or more of the following construction trades: painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, or electrical.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Possession of valid driver's License with acceptable driving record pertinent to the position.
• Ability to obtain access to U.S. Government Installations through the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS).

Skills

• Knowledge of organizational procedures and workflows.
• Basic knowledge of relevant technologies or tools (e.g., Microsoft 365, communication platforms, or industry-standard software).
• Knowledge of customer service practices.
• Knowledge of data privacy and confidentiality principles.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Time management and prioritization.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail.

Pay

$45.00 per hour.

Necessary Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout the property, including accessing multiple floors, stairways, and mechanical spaces.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position and/or move about the property for extended periods during inspections or issue resolution.
• Ability to operate standard maintenance tools and office equipment.
• Ability to position self (e.g., bend, stoop, kneel, reach) to inspect or access equipment and areas requiring maintenance.
• Ability to move items of moderate weight (e.g., up to 25–50 lbs), or coordinate assistance when needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with tenants, staff, and vendors.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a combination of office, residential/commercial, indoor, and outdoor environments.
• Regular movement throughout the property is required, including common areas, mechanical rooms, and exterior spaces.
• May encounter variable environmental conditions, such as weather changes (heat, cold, rain, snow), noise levels from equipment or building systems.
• Occasional exposure to dust, odors, cleaning agents, and building materials may occur.
• Requires interaction with tenants, employees, vendors, and contractors in both routine and time-sensitive situations.
• Work may involve responding to urgent or emergency situations outside of standard business hours.
• Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones) as well as occasional use of maintenance tools or equipment.

Additional Requirements

• Pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results.
• Obtain and maintain appropriate clearance levels required and access to military installations, if applicable to the contract.

BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job. Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.