To work as a general maintenance and repair worker you must:

Have a high school diploma or GED.

Complete on-the-job-training.

Be in good physical condition.

Usually work a standard 40-hour week.

May be on-call for emergencies.

May work some evenings, weekends, or holidays.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR WORKERS will:

Use carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and masonry skills.

Usually work for property management firms, hospitals, hotels, or universities.

Are moderately physically active.

May work evenings, weekends, and on-call.

Usually learn skills from previous job or an experienced worker.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR WORKERS frequently:

Use hands to handle tools or controls.

Stand or walk for long periods of time.

It is important that GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR WORKERS be able to:

Use hands and fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.

See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.

Move two or more limbs together while remaining in place.

Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.

Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects.

Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.