Maintenance Technician II, High Performance Work Team

Facilities and Business Operations:

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The Opportunity :

The Facilities Operations Department within Facilities and Business Operations is seeking to hire a Maintenance Tech II, PWT. This role is responsible for providing essential support for the operational maintenance and sanitation of campus buildings to provide a safe, functional, clean, efficient, and attractive living and learning environment. The position is responsible for troubleshooting issues and providing service for and responding to customer and staff requests. The employee must have basic maintenance repair skills and perform basic housekeeping tasks at this level.

Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) tasks and corrective repairs (PMR) based on issues identified during PM or reported by users. This includes basic repairs in areas such as plumbing, electrical, painting, and carpentry.

• Perform restroom cleaning and sanitation and operate pressure-washing equipment to clean and maintain assigned interior and exterior areas.

• Maintain and replace light bulbs, HVAC filters, ceiling tiles, and service plumbing fixtures (e.g., unclogging drains).

• Assist with basic custodial tasks, including vacuuming floors, cleaning windows, and removing trash to maintain a clean and orderly environment.

• Support work performed by central shops, contractors, other zones, departments, or during campus events.

• Perform corrective work to restore equipment or spaces to proper working conditions.

• Complete work orders on time, documenting labor hours, action codes, shop stock, and trade notes.

• Report any conditions that require further attention to your supervisor and update the status of work orders as needed.

• Create work orders for unassigned repairs identified during the shift.

Minimum Qualifications :

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program for multiple trades and 3 years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications :

• 3+ years of experience performing general building maintenance.

• Basic knowledge of custodial cleaning techniques and chemicals.

• Experience working in a campus, institutional, medical, hospitality, or similar environment, with an understanding of facility operations and maintenance procedures.

• Experience with inventory management, including tracking materials and tools.

• Ability to operate and maintain maintenance tools and equipment safely and effectively.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot a variety of facility-related issues independently.

• Able to communicate effectively with customers and team members, operate electronic equipment (iPad for Integrated Work Management Systems PM checkpoints), comprehend standard safety procedures, and utilize telecommunication devices.

• Knowledge of safety protocols and the ability to adhere to safety standards in all aspects of maintenance work.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, managing multiple tasks with a high level of organization.

• Familiarity with building automation systems and Integrated Work Management Systems (IWMS).

Health Assessment Required:

UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

New hires selected for this position at the University of Central Florida can expect to be offered the base salary amount for the role. Compensation is determined in alignment with UCF’s pay structure and internal equity considerations.

Position requires a valid class E driver’s license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

May be required to participate in respiratory, medical examination and training in use of respirators.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

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Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Education assistance

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Department

Facilities Operations - Housekeeping Services

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 4:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$18.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

08-21-2026-12-00-AM

Veteran’s Preference:

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit

The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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