MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 42003278 Date: Aug 9, 2024 Location: BROOKSVILLE, FL, US, 34601 BROOKSVILLE, FL, US, 34602 BROOKSVILLE, FL, US, 34604 BROOKSVILLE, FL, US, 34609 BROOKSVILLE, FL, US, 34614 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 834610 Agency: Agriculture and Consumer ServicesWorking Title: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 42003278Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 42003278 Salary: $39,000.00 - $46,800.26 Posting Closing Date: 08/14/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) MAINTENANCE MECHANIC FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY CONTACT: Amanda Bailey (352) 797-4118 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing, 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 (1) year of the required experience. Requires possession of a valid driver license. ATTENTION CANDIDATES To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualifiedindividuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must successfully pass a background check that includes a criminal history check and must be approved by the Department of Correction’s contract Manager, or designee and complete required orientation/training in the supervision of inmates, prior to assuming supervision. Shall attend refresher training annually thereafter. Occasional to moderate travel required. Position may respond to emergencies, including natural disasters or other type incidents requiring travel, as needed. NOTES: Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment. JOB DUTIES: This position has heavy emphasis on electrical skills, construction and interpretation of building codes. Responsible to the Equipment/Construction Specialist for the facilities at Withlacoochee Forestry Center with respect to health, fire and safety in renovations and repairs. Share responsibility for planning the support services requirements for the fixed facilities within Withlacoochee Forestry Center. Coordinate and make repairs and renovations to electrical, mechanical, and structural, plumbing, water, septic, and site preparation of infrastructure. Instruct and assist in the preventative maintenance program. Inspect, repair, and document needs for major renovations. Arrange for facility appraisals and emergency repairs. Arrange for and coordinate with the State Fire Marshall’s Office for the annual fire safety inspection. Coordinate with the state Department of Environmental Protection Office and local health departments on issues relating to the environmental health and sanitation standards to ensure code requirements are being met and maintained. Provide technical support for the planning of construction projects within Withlacoochee Forestry Center. Develop all schedule of values, bill of materials and specifications for such projects. Make code requirement checks through interaction with local state and federal agencies as needed. This position supervises inmates on an as needed basis. Assignments may include, but not be limited to, landscaping and grounds maintenance activities performed on the headquarters area, residence sites, forest wide recreation areas, and other areas as assigned. The incumbent will also be responsible for training assigned offenders in the safe use and care of tools, methods and practices of timber stand improvement, tree seedling propagation and care, erosion control, road maintenance, facilities construction and maintenance, and other state lands management and/or maintenance activities. Supervise inmates who are involved in special projects such as tree planting, land preparation in cattle demonstration area and improvement of the field trial area, and yearly pinecone collection. Perform related work as required. The Following Special Benefits for this Position Include
Annual Boot Allotment
Annual Uniform Allotment
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) Provided
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits 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 (For more information, please visitwww.myfrs.com;)
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
For a complete list of benefits, visitwww.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the“Total Compensation Estimator Tool”located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”
SPECIAL NOTES:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.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). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Nearest Major Market:Tampa