Maintenance Generalist II

Classification Title

Maintenance Generalist II

About the Role

Oversee routine maintenance tasks, manage custodial schedules, assist with new construction projects, and provide emergency response support.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly preventative maintenance inspections of buildings
• Carry out necessary building maintenance and repairs as needed
• Develop and oversee a structured custodial cleaning schedule
• Provide feedback on building status to the Director
• Aid in new construction projects approved by PSREU
• Paint or repair roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, plumbing, countertops, shelves, and other building structures
• Record and track maintenance and repair work, including estimating costs
• Schedule and track routine maintenance tasks such as gutter cleaning, air compressor servicing, pressure washing, parking lot debris removal, landscaping, and ensuring backflow certifications are up-to-date
• Oversee inventory of equipment, tools, supplies, and perform price comparisons
• Perform general cleaning duties of buildings or property
• Provide grounds keeping services such as landscaping or tree debris removal
• Supervise labor performing these tasks
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine solutions
• Inspect private contractor work for satisfaction and completion
• Assemble, install, or repair pipe systems or plumbing
• Help in catastrophic events around the state with emergency response for IFAS
• Oversee workers when assigned to teams
• Assist with setting up electronics, meeting rooms, sound systems, and other duties involved in preparing for classes, tours, and events at PSREU
• Perform monthly fuel tank inspections and submit fuel logs for annual inspection
• Perform fuel tank/gauge/pump repair as needed
• Perform building lockdown at the close of the business each day
• Maintain all portable and set generators for emergency power outages
• Perform monthly checks on set generators
• Complete annual Fire Marshal Assessment of all buildings and correct any violations and/or ADA regulations noted during inspection
• Monthly fire marshal inspections
• Responsible for maintaining equipment used in research operations, as well as general upkeep of grounds and buildings in work area
• Operate state and farm vehicles in the performance of job duties
• May be called in for freeze protection weekends, emergency response, holidays, greenhouse checks, and other duties as assigned
• Work in noisy, hot, and dusty conditions at times
• Some travel may be required
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience
• Valid Florida Driver’s License
• Knowledge of proper use of mechanical and carpentry tools
• Knowledge of building components such as plumbing, HVAC, ventilation, drainage, etc.
• Ability to follow instruction in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Basic computer skills to keep maintenance logs and research repair parts and supplies
• Able to positively communicate both orally and written

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience

Skills

• Ability to diagnose and solve mechanical problems
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Basic computer skills
• Positive communication skills

Benefits

Employee may be called in for freeze protection weekends, emergency response, holidays, greenhouse checks, and other duties as assigned.

Pay

Up to $23.16 per hour

Schedule

Monday - Thursday: 10 hour days, 7am to 5:30pm totaling 40 hours a week. Periodic overtime when required to meet emergencies and flexible hours with potential overnight stays.

Special Instructions

To be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Health Assessment Required: Yes