Maintenance Support Worker (Panama City Campus)

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintenance of buildings, including windows, doors, furnishings, drywall, painting, construction, trash and debris removal, and cleaning of all areas; provides set-ups for special functions both on and off campus.
• Performs general cleaning and grounds maintenance around buildings, parking areas, drives, and other campus areas; operates mowers, edgers, fertilizer spreaders, spray rig, tractor, and weed trimmer as necessary to maintain law areas; plants trees, maintains roadways, parking areas, and fencing.
• Maintains exterior sprinkler systems, makes repairs to water pipes and sprinkler heads.
• Performs routine maintenance of all groundskeeping equipment, mowers, tractors, edgers, other lawn equipment, and tools.
• Assists in HVAC routine preventive maintenance, special projects, emergency repairs, cleaning, adjusting of machinery, cleaning equipment rooms; assists in repair of piping for water and sewer systems; assists in other duties as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Completion of 9th grade.
• A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.
• Preferred: Knowledge of general safety practices (OSHA awareness).
• Preferred: OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
• Preferred: Trade-related certifications (entry-level HVAC, electrical, or plumbing).

Helpful During The First Three Months, The Maintenance Support Worker Will Receive Structured, Hands-on Training To Build Familiarity With Campus Systems, Tools, And Safety Procedures. The Selected Candidate Will Work Closely With Their Supervisor And Department Head To Participate in guided training sessions on university equipment, facilities, and standard operating procedures. Shadow experienced staff to learn daily workflows and preventative maintenance practices. Gain an understanding of department safety protocols and compliance requirements. Take on progressively more independent assignments with ongoing support and feedback. Establish strong working relationships with team members and campus partners. By the end of the first 90 days, the Maintenance Support Worker is expected to be confident in navigating campus facilities, performing routine maintenance tasks, and contributing independently to the department's work while continuing to develop advanced skills.

Contact: David Gary at dgary@fsu.edu

This is a Full-time USPS position. This position requires the successful completion of a criminal history background check. This position qualifies for on-call and shift differential pay. This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not reapply. Veterans' Preference: Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only. To claim Veterans' Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.