Structural Maintenance Worker

Main Purpose

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Maintenance Workers at the 100 Civil Engineering Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom. The primary purpose of this position is to provide full performance level sheet metal mechanic, carpentry, and masonry work in constructing, installing, maintaining, repairing, and modifying structures and items requiring close tolerance fit, structural soundness, fine finishes, and decorative effects. You will provide excellent facility/infrastructure support for over 10,000 personnel occupying approximately 1,170 facilities over 1,124 acres supporting a diverse base mission.

Plans and lays out work from blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications, and work orders in the construction and maintenance of installation facilities. Develops patterns, cuts, forms, joins, assembles, and installs items and systems which have combined straight and curved edges or irregular curves, angles, and planes. Independently applies skilled methods, techniques, and advanced shop mathematics to construct, install, repair, and modify a wide variety of structures. Performs masonry tasks involved in the maintenance, repair, alteration, and construction of interior and exterior surfaces and structures. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Uses and maintains tools and equipment.

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Knowledge and Experience Required

• Knowledge of carpentry and sheet metal work methods and techniques; and masonry techniques when using brick, block, and stone.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures and environmental standards and requirements; and regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation.
• Knowledge of advanced shop mathematics to plan, compute, and lay out more complex projects.
• Skill in cutting and shaping to complete corners; constructing, installing, repairing, and modifying structures; formulating plans and templates involving straight and curved edges or irregular curves, angles, and planes; developing patterns to include geometric projection and triangulation; setting-up, operating, and maintaining a variety of precision equipment and power and hand tools/equipment; and fabricating complex items from a variety of materials, such as galvanized or stainless steel, black iron, aluminum, copper sheet, magnesium, honeycomb material, and alloys.
• Ability to inspect and evaluate structural damage to sheet metal systems sufficient to plan and accomplish repairs; produce finished products with precise fits, accurate dimensions, structural soundness, and acceptable appearance; and perform decorative brickwork through placement of brick of different colors to create various designs and patterns.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and technical specifications; and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Other Important Information

Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization's flexible working policies. Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules, and regulations. Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance. May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee. May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training. Position may be coded as mission essential. A 6-month probationary period will be required. Overtime may be required. May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.

The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position. Shift work may be required. Will be required to train/guide lower graded (or other trades) military/civilian employees. May be required to be certified for working with and/or removing hazardous material. Emergency overtime may be required.

The physical requirements of this position as determined by the manager are: The work requires considerable bending, kneeling, standing, and stooping. On-site work typically requires crawling, climbing on ladders, scaffolds, and rooftops. Work encompasses strenuous physical exertion when bending and shaping the more complex items in handling larger and bulkier material. Requires physical effort which includes prolonged standing on production lines; climbing up and down ladders and scaffolds; working in cramped and awkward positions while installing items; and reaching, lifting, and bending while using hand and powered tools in uncomfortable positions for extended periods. Is frequently required to perform heavy lifting up to 90 pounds in carrying bricks, block, stone, mortar, cement, and sand. Due to the physical requirements of the position, a physical examination is required. You will be required to wear steel-toed boots.

Benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays, year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
• Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free on-site parking
• Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment
• Development opportunities available
• Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high performance
• Free access to on-site gym facilities

Who Can Apply

Citizens of the UK, Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in the UK. Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants will require a security clearance. Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date. Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current passport. This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement.

How To Apply

Interested candidates must complete an application form obtainable from the Civilian Personnel Website; Application Form. All applications must submit the following documents via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil prior to the closing date of the advertisement to be considered for the position.

Required Documents

• LNDH Application

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) and/or Resume (A CV/Resume is encouraged, but not required. Decision to include a resume will not increase or decrease probability of selection)
• Transcripts
• Certifications
• Letters of Recommendation
• Right to Work Documentation

Equal Opportunity Employer

There will be no discrimination in employment practices based on gender, age, marital status, disability, race, nationality, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, being or not being a member of a trade union.