Engineering Facilities Maintenance Apprentice (Engineering Technician, Apprentice)

The MIL Corporation's Rapid Engineering & Prototyping Solutions (REPS) Sector is seeking a motivated Engineering Facilities Maintenance Apprentice (Engineering Technician, Apprentice) to support our Lexington Park, MD facilities. This position is designed for individuals interested in facilities maintenance, building operations, and engineering support services. The apprentice will work under the guidance and mentorship of experienced facilities, engineering, and integration personnel to develop practical skills in facility management and maintenance operations. This is a part-time onsite position currently scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week. Schedule is subject to change based on company and contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with day-to-day facilities maintenance activities under the supervision of senior facilities and engineering staff.
• Support the upkeep and operation of two engineering integration facilities and one operations building.
• Perform routine facility inspections and report building deficiencies, maintenance needs, safety concerns, or equipment issues.
• Assist with basic corrective maintenance activities, including addressing minor building repairs and helping coordinate resolution of facility issues.
• Support preventative maintenance activities for facility infrastructure, equipment, and workspaces.
• Help maintain clean, organized, and safe work environments, including laboratories, integration areas, office spaces, warehouses, and common areas.
• Assist with furniture setup, relocation, office moves, and workspace reconfigurations.
• Support inventory and tracking of office spaces, workstations, storage areas, and facility assets.
• Assist with employee building and facility access administration, badge tracking, and access control recordkeeping.
• Receive, move, transport, and organize furniture, equipment, supplies, tools, and materials throughout company facilities.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, stocking, and storage of materials and equipment.
• Learn facility operating procedures, engineering lab protocols, integration facility processes, and safety requirements.
• Support engineering and prototyping teams with non-technical facility-related tasks necessary to maintain productive workspaces.
• Learn and safely operate basic hand tools and maintenance equipment as authorized and trained.
• Participate in safety meetings and comply with OSHA and company safety policies.
• Perform other facilities, operations, and administrative support duties as assigned.

Travel Local travel within Southern Maryland is required. Required Qualifications

• Interest in facilities maintenance, building operations, engineering support services, or skilled trades
• Willingness to learn from experienced facilities, engineering, and operations personnel
• Basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to identify and communicate maintenance, safety, or building-related concerns
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform duties involving standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, reaching, and moving equipment or materials
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• U.S. Citizenship required

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience as a laborer, helper, maintenance worker, facilities assistant, custodian, warehouse assistant, or apprentice
• Experience supporting office, warehouse, laboratory, or industrial facilities
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and maintenance practices
• Experience moving furniture, equipment, or materials safely
• Vocational, technical school, trade school, or shop class experience
• Exposure to facilities maintenance, building operations, construction, engineering, manufacturing, or related environments
• Interest in learning engineering integration, prototyping operations, and facility management practices

Education Current high school senior or above Clearance None

Compensation

The MIL Corporation values your contributions and offers a range of benefits to support your overall well-being. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive range of benefits to our full-time employees which include health, life, disability, and retirement plans, as well as paid time off, opportunities for professional growth and tuition assistance. Additional benefits and incentives may also apply, which will be communicated during the hiring process. For this position, the projected compensation is $18.00 per hour. This estimate represents the typical salary range and is just one part of MIL’s complete compensation package. Final salary for this position is determined based on factors such as individual qualifications, education, experience, and contractual limitations. Learn more on the MIL Careers page. Why MIL? The MIL Corporation (MIL) is a dynamic workforce of industry professionals who deliver world-class solutions in cyber, engineering, financial management, and information technology – and we are looking for candidates like you! MIL offers opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers, from early-career candidates to experienced industry professionals. We are known for a collaborative, people-first culture where employees are supported, valued, and encouraged to grow. This commitment to our people and our work is reflected in the industry and workplace awards MIL has received over the years.

• 2021 - 2024, Top Workplaces USA award (Energage)
• 2017 - 2025 Top Workplaces Award, Greater Washington Area (The Washington Post)
• 2018 - 2025 Certified Great Workplace, Great Place to Work®
• 2021 - 2025, Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™
• 2021 Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials™
• 2018 Fortune, Great Place to Work: Best Place to Work for Diversity
• 2017, 2020 - 2025 Top Workplace Award, South Carolina (Greenville Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, and Charleston Business Magazine)
• 2025 Corporate Partnership Award, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Maryland Chapter
• 2025 Moxie Award, GovCon Category
• 2024 Patriot Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense
• 2022 Freedom Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense
• 2018, Above & Beyond Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense

If your goal is to help the federal government deploy leading technologies, improve financial management, or defend the nation in cyberspace, MIL welcomes you. Become a part of something greater, where you, the people, make the difference. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.