Plumbing

Architect of the Capitol

Washington, DC · $49 – $57 / hour

This is a supervisory role overseeing trades staff and maintenance operations for the Library of Congress buildings, managing evening and night shift teams across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general repair work. The position combines hands-on technical knowledge with administrative leadership, including scheduling, budgeting, contractor oversight, and emergency response coordination.

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Royal, AR · $29 – $34 / hour

This role maintains and operates a flood control dam and its associated facilities, handling electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, roofing, and heavy equipment work. It suits someone with diverse building trade skills and the ability to work independently on complex projects in sometimes hazardous conditions.

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Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

Full-time · Annapolis, MD · $35 – $41 / hour

This position maintains electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, and fire safety systems at a naval medical clinic, performing hands-on repairs, installations, and diagnostics across multiple mechanical trades. It suits someone with practical experience troubleshooting and servicing industrial equipment in healthcare or commercial settings who is willing to work irregular hours and on-call shifts.

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U.S. Coast Guard

New London, CT · $31 – $36 / hour

A civilian maintenance position with the U.S. Coast Guard maintaining HVAC, plumbing, and utility systems across an academy campus. This role suits someone with hands-on experience in mechanical repair and installation who can work independently on preventative and emergency maintenance.

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Commander, Navy Installations Command

Colts Neck, NJ · $21 / hour

A maintenance assistant role supporting fitness facility operations at a naval installation, fixing equipment, performing repairs across multiple trades, and maintaining the facility in safe working order. Suited for someone with hands-on mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn various maintenance skills under supervision.

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Veterans Health Administration

Full-time · Augusta, GA · $37 – $43 / hour

This VA role supervises HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems maintenance at a hospital, overseeing skilled trades staff and coordinating repairs to keep critical building systems operational. It suits someone with hands-on trades experience who can manage workers, handle vendor coordination, and manage preventive maintenance schedules across multiple facility areas.

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National Park Service

Contract · Kipahulu, Hawaii · $29 – $34 / hour

A temporary seasonal maintenance position with the National Park Service focused on repairing structures, maintaining grounds, and clearing invasive vegetation from archaeological sites in Hawai'i. This role suits people comfortable with hands-on work in varied outdoor and indoor conditions, including carpentry, painting, masonry, and general facility upkeep.

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Jacuzzi

Full-time · Saint Louis, MO · $19 / hour

Jacuzzi Bath Remodel is hiring apprentice installers to learn bathroom remodeling and installation work, starting at $19/hr with tools and trucks provided. This role suits someone with basic construction experience who wants hands-on training and a clear path to a lead installer position within months.

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Smithsonian Institution

Edgewater, MD · $35 – $41 / hour

The Smithsonian Institution seeks a maintenance mechanic to perform carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical repairs across its 21 museums and National Zoo facilities. This role suits someone with hands-on trade experience who can work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and emergency callouts at historic and high-traffic buildings.

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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Full-time · Basom, NY · $27 – $31 / hour

A maintenance worker position with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service performing repairs and preventative maintenance on vehicles, heavy equipment, and building systems at a wildlife refuge. The role suits someone with hands-on experience maintaining equipment, operating machinery, and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.

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