Ground Maintenance Worker (Carpentry & Painting)

Job Title: Ground Maintenance Worker (Carpentry & Painting)
Location: Newport News, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time (W2)
GovFirst is seeking a skilled Ground Maintenance Worker (Carpentry & Painting) to support facility maintenance operations in the Newport News, VA.

The successful candidate is responsible for:

• Assemble and fasten materials to construct or repair frameworks, cabinets, doors, floors, and other building fixtures.
  
• Build, repair, and install wooden structures and components using woodworking machinery, hand tools, and power tools.
  
• Install and repair windows, frames, flooring, trim, and hardware.
  
• Erect scaffolding and ladders to perform work at elevated heights.
  
• Remove and replace damaged building components and structures.
  
• Apply paint, stain, varnish, enamel, primers, sealers, and other finishes to buildings, structures, and equipment.
  
• Prepare surfaces for painting through sanding, stripping, scraping, caulking, patching, and masking.
  
• Mix and match paint, stain, and finish materials to achieve desired colors and finishes.
  
• Remove fixtures and hardware prior to painting and reinstall as needed.
  
• Perform demolition and surface preparation activities.
  
• Calculate material requirements and estimate quantities needed for assigned work orders.
  
• Read work orders, plans, and instructions to determine project requirements.
  
• Conduct inspections and evaluate completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
  
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor and/or USF Senior Project Manager.
  
  

Requirements

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in building maintenance, painting, carpentry, demolition, or related trades.
  
• Knowledge of building maintenance techniques, materials, tools, and equipment.
  
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
  
• Ability to perform carpentry, painting, repair, and general maintenance tasks.
  
• Ability to conduct inspections and evaluate workmanship and quality.
  
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  

Required Education & Credentials:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
  
• Coursework in carpentry, shop, mechanical drawing, or general mathematics is preferred.
  

Required Work Authorization:

• US Citizenship.
  

Required Licensing & Background Check:

• Valid Virginia Driver’s License in good standing required.
  
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
  
• Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) required.
  
• Pre-employment drug screening required.