Senior Trades Worker - Maintenance

Facilities / Senior Trades Worker - Maintenance

Bureau of Transportation and Facilities

Job Summary:

The Facilities / Senior Trades Worker supports the safe, efficient, and effective operation of District buildings, grounds, and mechanical systems. Responsibilities include monitoring and reporting facility issues, performing routine maintenance and repairs, responding to service requests, assisting with office and workspace setup, and coordinating with service providers. Work may be assigned throughout the District's jurisdiction. This position reports to the Facilities Program Manager.

Job duties include:

• Perform facility inspections, including operational, maintenance, safety, and health inspections, and correct or report findings.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs for District buildings, grounds, and facility systems. This may include commercial and residential type HVAC and generator systems; plumbing, landscaping, carpentry, wall repair, painting offices, and common areas, as well as all other related duties as assigned by the Facilities Program Manager.
• Respond to facility work orders and service requests in a timely manner.
• Assist with office, meeting, and event setup, including furniture and equipment moves.
• Monitor contracted maintenance services such as janitorial, pest control, landscaping, and other related services and report findings to the program manager.
• Maintain accurate records in the electronic work order system.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and staff to support facility operations.
• Travel to District sites as needed to perform assigned duties.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma or G.E.D. and four years of experience in the trade assigned; or formal education may substitute for work experience

Ability to:


Climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; work in small or confined areas; lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; pulling and pushing of objects/furniture; grasping objects, tools, equipment, materials, etc.; stooping or crouching; familiar with electrical wiring and identification through color coding; quickly identify air leaks, bearings grinding, pitching, etc. by sound recognition, and ability to work outdoors in all Florida weather conditions.


Able to communicate effectively with supervisors, employees, other work units, and contractors; understand project assignments; monitor contractual staff, and work independently as required.

Preferred knowledge/experience:

Commercial and residential style HVAC and generator maintenance. Operating building automation systems, carpentry, knowledge of plumbing, and electricity. Experienced in painting, irrigation, and landscaping, and relevant facilities maintenance and operation tasks.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment:

Office and field work. As needed, outdoor environments in Florida weather conditions; lift and/or move equipment; maintain safety priority; make effective, consistent, and defensible decisions. Requires working in areas with limited space.

Licenses:

Valid State of Florida Driver's License.

Additional Details:

The District will provide uniform shirts, work boots, tools/supplies, and vehicles to perform tasks. Traveling between various work sites is considered work time.


The District has determined this to be a mandatory-testing position as described in Section 440.102, Florida Statutes. Any offer of employment for a mandatory testing position will be contingent upon successfully passing a drug screening paid by the District. The District's Drug Free Workplace Policy is available for review in the Careers section at

Starting Salary Range: $38,188.80 - $43,680.00

Starting salary is based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits include Florida Retirement System, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, paid leave and holidays, professional development, wellness program, and eligibility for the public service student loan forgiveness program.

Your application will receive careful consideration, and if selected for an interview, you will be contacted to schedule an appointment. St. Johns River Water Management District participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States.


Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, will receive preference in employment and are encouraged to apply.


Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans' Preference/Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace

Location: Apopka Service Center or Palatka Headquarters

Closing Date: Open until filled