MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Requisition No: 825076 Agency: Management Services Working Title: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 72001306 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 72001306 Salary: $37,605.
36 Posting Closing Date: 03/26/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Maintenance Mechanic Real Estate Development and Management State of Florida Department of Management Services This position is located in Tallahassee, FL Position Overview and Responsibilities: The selected candidate(s) will be required to perform a variety of maintenance functions, for buildings and their heating and air conditioning systems.
This role requires mechanical, plumbing, and electrical experience as well as a general maintenance background.
Specific duties include routine minor mechanical maintenance and preventative maintenance to equipment in this building.
General Responsibilities: Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning and ventilating equipment.
Equipment is expected to be visually inspected daily, and any unusual wear or noise is to be reported to the supervisor that same day.
Also performs scheduled preventive maintenance, such as, oiling, greasing, filter changing, adjusting belts, etc.
Calibrate, adjust, and repair temperature devices.
Responsible for specified preventive maintenance tasks assigned each week, also is responsible for reporting all time and materials used on each work order.
Track inventory parts on hand for all repairs and/or replacement, and request parts on an as needed basis.
Complete work orders for all calls and equipment repairs, which are required for any maintenance activity performed on equipment other than scheduled maintenance.
All scheduled and unscheduled work orders are expected to be filled out correctly and completely and turned in by the end of the week.
Maintain mechanical rooms and equipment in immaculate condition.
Perform minor building repairs, including replacing ballasts and lamps; repairs and/or replaces locks and door closures; performs plumbing, pipe fitting, welding, and electrical repair, and maintenance.
Repair and/or replace toilet fixtures, lavatories, faucets, faucet washers, etc.
All staff members are expected to have a complete understanding and working knowledge of all safety procedures and regulations.
Public Relations: Excellent public relations skills are required because this position is in frequent contact with both tenants and the public.
Maintains a good rapport with tenants, co-workers, and supervisors in buildings; keeping them informed of any unusual situations and available to answer questions and requests.
It is required that courteous and respectful behavior is displayed at all times.
A professional image is needed as this position represents the department to both the public and tenants.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: State of Florida employees enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions.
State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement.
As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The selected candidate should possess the following: Knowledge of the principles and techniques of skilled building trades or mechanical repair work.
Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work.
Skill in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work.
Ability to perform a variety of skilled trades functions.
Ability to read blueprints.
Ability to install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators, and other mechanical equipment.
Ability to take accurate measurements.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to model behaviors of Accountability, Communication, Empowerment, Flexibility, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork.
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.
A valid driver’s license.
Must be available after hours for call backs or shift work at night, on weekends and state holidays when necessary.
Must be physically able to climb multiple flights of stairs, climb a ladder, reach overhead, work from heights, bend at the waist, kneel and crouch, be able to work near loud noises and electrical equipment, work in basements, tight spaces, on rooftop, able to reach overhead, bend at the waist, kneel and crouch.
Prolonged periods of time walking, standing, bending, climbing, and exerting up to 30 pounds of force frequently.
Must be available after hours for call backs or shift work at night, on weekends and state holidays when necessary.
Our Organization and Mission: The Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency responsible for managing the various business and workforce-related functions of state government.
Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis and the DMS Executive Leadership Team, the agency oversees the real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, technology, telecommunications, private prisons, fleet, and federal property assistance programs utilized throughout Florida’s state government.
It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its mission, “We serve those who serve Florida.
” Under the leadership of DMS Secretary Pedro Allende, DMS employees embody four pillars on a daily basis: lead by example, serve with excellence, create efficiencies, and challenge the status quo.
Special Notes: DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce.
We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce.
Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following provided email addresses: DMS.
Ability@dms.
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Veterans@dms.
myflorida.
com An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DMS Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 488-2707.
DMS requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.
Additional background screening may be required by tenant agencies based on position assignments or access requirements.
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.
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, Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.
Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.
All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.