Maintenance Trade Helper

Position: Maintenance Trade Helper

Posted: 11/19/2025

Supports the Range Operations Branch at Fort Rucker, AL. The Maintenance Trades Helper assists in performing such general duties as painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and electrical work. Work involves a variety of the following duties: replacing electrical receptacles, wires, switches, fixtures, using plaster or compound to patch minor holes and cracks in walls and ceilings, repairing faucets and toilets, painting structures and equipment;

repairing or replacing broken concrete steps, and sidewalks, replacing damaged paneling and floor tiles, hanging doors and installing door locks, replacing broken window panes. Constructs and repairs training support items on ranges and training areas, studies specifications; and measures, marks, and cuts boards, using patterns, templates, ruler, pencil, and hand and power saws. This worker fastens or installs parts, using hammer, nailing machine, or power staple, repairs defective training aids by replacing damaged parts and inserts wood bracings.

May build wall facades and target frames using ruler, hand tools, and pneumatic nail gun. May fabricate, repair, modify, and replace woodwork training structures, and apply preservatives to prolong wood life. Performs general maintenance repair to buildings, structures, fences, concrete, asphalt pads, range support facilities, LRC obstacles, and similar training support structures. Performs duties generally assigned to Grounds Laborers as required.

Interacts with the client, coordinates work orders with the DPW.

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrates relevant experience in the above duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to lift a maximum of 100 lbs and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Capable of performing field work involving heavy lifting and climbing over rough terrain under various weather conditions.
• Proof of US Citizenship required.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with military organizations, military leaders and civilian leaders.
• Must be capable of operating hand or power tools.
• Must have a valid driver's license, maintain Installation driving privileges and complete a Defensive Driving Course.
• Must be able to operate 4X4 vehicles safely on rough trails/roads/terrain.
• Must be able to pass all security requirements IAW military installation Provost Marshall's Policy to gain access to the installation.

US Citizenship required for this Position:
Yes

Performance

Location:

Fort Rucker, Alabama

Relocation Assistance:
No

Clearance Type: N/A (may require background check)

Travel Required:

Limited, within local training complex areas

The work environment consists of both office and field settings within the Fort Rucker Gunnery Range and Training Complex. The position may require frequent visits to range and maintenance sites, including exposure to noise, weather, and outdoor conditions typical of live-fire training environments. The Project Manager may be required to work extended hours, weekends, or holidays based on mission schedules and contract needs.