Ops Maintenance Mechanic - 77907408

Requisition No: 799509
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: OPS MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 77907408
Position Number: 77907408
Salary: $18 - $20/Hour, depending on experience
Posting Closing Date: 08/31/2023
Job Responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds and equipment and other miscellaneous items as directed. This includes performing preventative maintenance on all buildings and related equipment.
• Perform minor repairs on all plumbing, electrical and communication equipment.
• Perform repair/alterations of building woodwork (partitions, door, cabinets, and special scientific furniture at FWRI St. Pete and field labs).
• Prepare and paint interior and exterior of buildings and equipment and other miscellaneous item as directed at FWRI St. Pete and field labs.
• Perform by understanding/following all safety related rules to include OSHA, NFPA, FWRI, etc.
• Perform/assist in hurricane preparedness program.
• Perform setup and take down of Marine Quest outreach project and work overtime as needed.
• Assist with HVAC maintenance and operations.
• Access the facilities work order system, with use of smart phone and/or computer.
• Complete assigned inspections and create additional work orders as needed.
• Install, maintain, and repair valves, faucets, traps, sinks, water closets and urinals.
• Perform general carpentry work in the alteration, repair and maintenance of buildings, floors, doors, and windows.
• Repair defective components in fluorescent light fixtures, replace burned out bulbs, and replace defective switches and receptacles.
• Relocate furniture and equipment from building to building as required.
• Take pride in personal appearance and perform all duties with a commitment to excellence.
• Perform other related facilities duties as required.

Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications
Two years of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing or electrical or mechanical equipment; or vocational/technical training in mechanical repair or one of the building trades can substitute at the rate of 720 classroom hours for a maximum of one year of the required experience. Possess a valid driver license.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• 2 years' experience working as a maintenance technician with strong customer service focus.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques used in the skilled mechanical repair trades, including, carpentry, masonry, basic wiring, painting, plumbing, and HVAC.
• Follow industry safety guidelines and procedure, with OSHA 10 certification, or able to be trained in the first year.
• Skill in the use of common bench and hand tools and the equipment used in maintenance and repair work.
• Follow verbal and written instructions; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain a Valid driver's license.
• Ability to easily lift 40 pounds.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, especially Outlook.
• Ability to trouble shoot and problem solve all building functions and issues.
• Follow industry safety guidelines and procedure, with OSHA 10 certification, or able to acquire in the first year.
• Ability to plan and organize building maintenance and repair work, read, write and interpret blueprints, take accurate measurements, perform basic math, understand and apply regulations, policies and procedures.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing tasks to meet the needs of all staff (Administrative Assistants, Research Scientist, and ILT members).

WHAT BENEFITS ARE APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES?

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan - mandatory
• Workers' Compensation - mandatory
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) - mandatory
• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements. Consult with People First or the servicing Human Resource Office for details.)
• Deferred Compensation - voluntary
• Employee Assistance Program - voluntary

WHAT BENEFITS ARE NOT APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES?

• Any form of paid leave
• Paid holidays
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System
• Reinstatement rights or retention rights

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.