Facility Maintenance Technician

Position open until September 07, 2026.

About the Role

Under the direction of the Facility Maintenance Superintendent, performs duties necessary to support the Facilities Maintenance Division to ensure the proper repair and maintenance of buildings, facilities, and grounds.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties necessary to support the Facility Maintenance Division, including installation or moving of furniture and office equipment; changing air filters; window and door caulking and/or weatherizing; painting; replacement or repair of broken items (e.g., windows, doors, locks); power washing windows, sidewalks, and exterior walls; and grounds maintenance.
• Responsible for safely using and proper care and maintenance of all tools and equipment necessary to complete projects, assignments, and/or tasks.
• Ensures the proper cleanliness, orderliness, and general maintenance of City buildings, facilities, and grounds, including trash and debris removal; vacuuming, waxing, mopping, and sweeping floors; cleaning and disinfecting toilets and sinks; sweeping sidewalks and walkways; and shampooing and/or steam cleaning carpets and rugs.
• Assists with repair and maintenance of the interior of buildings and facilities, including carpentry; carpet and flooring repair and installation; running wire and/or cable; electrical repair (e.g., ballast and fixture repair and/or installation, light bulb replacements); and plumbing (e.g., unclogging toilets, repairing faucet and/or pipe leaks).
• Supports and prepares for City-wide events through constructing and/or deconstructing fencing, barricades, chairs, and stages, as well as "set-up" and "tear-down" tasks.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of work-related experience.
• Construction, electrical, and/or plumbing experience preferred.
• Valid Florida Class E driver's license.
• Must pass pre-employment testing, background, and credit checks.
• Ability to obtain a Class CDL within twelve (12) months of hire.
• May be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County.

Skills

• Attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
• Professional communication and demeanor.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, officials, and the general public.
• Ability to take and follow oral instructions and read/understand manuals.
• Ability to work under high demands, short time constraints, and pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work weekends, nighttime events, and extended hours.
• Ability to perform manual labor.
• Skilled in operating landscaping equipment and handheld/power tools.
• Knowledge or ability to learn basic electrical and plumbing tasks.