MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 42001542

Job Summary

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 42001542
Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services
Salary: $40,000.22
Posting Closing Date: 07/22/2026
Minimum Requirements: Two (2) years of experience in maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing or electrical/mechanical equipment, or vocational/technical training in mechanical repair or equivalent.

Job Duties

• Make minor carpentry repairs.
• Make minor roofing repairs.
• Make minor electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Install, maintain and repair buildings' electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Repair, prepare and paint interiors and exteriors of buildings.
• Work with Department of Corrections inmates performing regular custodial/maintenance work.
• Operate and maintain yard maintenance equipment, mow grass, and operate lawn sprayers on market property.
• Trim and remove weeds and trees.
• Maintain market grounds by emptying trash barrels/cans, collecting and disposing of discarded debris, and repairing fences.
• Perform various cement/concrete work and minor welding/brazing.
• Make minor asphalt repairs.
• Maintain and make minor repairs to market vehicles.
• Maintain inventory of building, maintenance, cleaning and restroom supplies.
• Maintain, operate and keep inventory of shop tools.
• Clean and stock public restrooms.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of general principles of carpentry, masonry, electricity, plumbing and mechanical work, using safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work.
• Skilled in welding and brazing.
• Skilled in using tools and equipment required in maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to read blueprints and take accurate measurements.
• Ability to make accurate mathematical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, and to follow instructions.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate work assignments, and work independently.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Benefits

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions;
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

Additional Information

To maintain fairness and integrity in the hiring process, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews is strictly prohibited. Applicants must provide their own, authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and recruitment process. Any candidate found using AI to assist in their answers will be disqualified from consideration.

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.