Utility Mechanic

Polk County Public Schools LW9 Maint Shop, L6 Maint Shop, Lake Wales, FL, USA, 33853 | Lakeland, FL, USA, 33813 - Lake Wales, Florida Open in Google Maps Utility Mechanic Polk County Public Schools LW9 Maint Shop, L6 Maint Shop, Lake Wales, FL, USA, 33853 | Lakeland, FL, USA, 33813 - Lake Wales, Florida Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education Job Details Job ID: 5922187 Application Deadline: Sep 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Posted: Sep 11, 2026 9:19 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Note: This position exists to perform, assembly, installation, maintenance, and repair of all aspects of irrigation systems. Including, but not limited to piping, fittings, fixtures and controls of two wire systems in accordance with all specifications and plumbing codes. Position Title Utility Mechanic Custom Job Purpose This position exists to perform general maintenance and repair work of more than moderate difficulty in several craft areas. Essential Functions of this Job Maintains and repairs various components of facilities. Works in coordination with specialized trades personnel to solve maintenance issues. Performs semi-skilled work in general building maintenance activities. Uses standard tools, material, methods and practices of several building and mechanical trades. Keeps daily records and logs. Must be able to perform physical tasks as set forth in the Physical Environment section of this document. Essential Functions of this Job (cont.) Non-Essential Functions of this Job Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Graduation from high school, completion of GED, or trade school. Must have a valid driver's license appropriate to the vehicles assigned to the trade and be qualified to drive a School Board vehicle. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Three years verifiable experience in construction industry in several craft areas is preferred. Knowledge of standard tools, material, methods and practices of several building and mechanical trades. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the crafts. Ability to understand oral or written instructions. Ability to perform maintenance and repair work in several crafts. Ability to keep daily records and logs. Bilingual/biliterate preferred. Work Context Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires work with both internal and external contacts, and with the public. Requires the use of alternative communication systems such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Physical Environment Requires standing for the majority of the day, and the ability to frequently lift, carry, move and/or position objects weighing up to 50 pounds. May infrequently be required to lift mor than 50 pounds with assistance as needed. Requires working both indoors and outdoors. Requires the proper use of personal protective devices and equipment as assigned. Collective Bargaining Agreement 8 - AFSCME - Maintenance - 12-mo. OSP Salary Grade N/A Pay Grade AFSCME Cust/Maint/Veh Svcs FLSA Status Non-Exempt Local Code 0606 EEO5 53 Approval Date 12/12/2012 Date Last Revised 3/17/2020 Position Type: Full-time Job Categories: Career and Technical Education > Industrial Mechanics Job Requirements Contact Information Polk County Public Schools 1907 South Floral Ave. Bartow, Florida 33830 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Map #J-18808-Ljbffr Polk County Public Schools