MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 42005950

About the role

This position, headquartered at the Fort Myers State Farmers Market, Lee, provides a broad range of repair and maintenance functions.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains and repairs electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Inspects municipal water supplies, Maintains and Inspects safety equipment, Emergency Lighting, Fire extinguishers on a monthly basis ensuring all are operational and in compliance per policy and procedure and is documented.
• Performs various cement/concrete work and performs minor welding/brazing.
• Makes minor asphalt repairs.
• Installs, maintains and repairs valves, sinks, wash bowls, sewers and other sanitary fixtures.
• Maintains and repairs heating and air conditioning equipment.
• Operates and maintains power equipment and tools, including power saws, drills, chain saws, bench grinders, lawn mowers and other as necessary.
• Performs lawn care and grounds maintenance duties.
• Performs minor mechanical repairs to state equipment and maintains regular maintenance on equipment such as oil changes. Maintains maintenance records, inventory of market supplies, other than office supplies.
• Cleans and stocks public restrooms.
• Performs other related work as assigned by supervisor. Also assists with Phone, Scale and Office duties when Market Manager and Clerk not present.

Requirements

• Two (2) 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.
• Requires possession of a valid Driver License.

Qualifications

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Additional Requirements

• Occasional travel required.
• Some day or overnight travel may be required to assist other markets, attend meetings, trainings, or conferences.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of general principles of skilled building trades or mechanical repair work and 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; and follow instructions.
• Ability to climb ladders to perform certain maintenance issues.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Benefits

• 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;
• Retail plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

Special Notes

• 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).
• 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.
• 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.