The Galactic Empire's Army included a vital, though often overlooked, organization known as general maintenance. This unit, while not glamorous, played a crucial role in the Army's overall effectiveness. Individuals assigned to general maintenance were responsible for the upkeep of infrastructure, vehicles, and equipment, ensuring the smooth operation of the military. Their duties involved maintaining fortifications in non-combat zones, as combat-related engineering was the responsibility of the Army Engineering Corps. Often, soldiers assigned to this role were those deemed unsuitable for other positions or those who had not succeeded in trials for other commands, filling the necessary roles within general maintenance.
The Star Wars Roleplaying series featured general maintenance in Dawn of Rebellion, a supplementary roleplaying sourcebook released by Fantasy Flight Games in 2018.