MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR I

Requisition No: 883630


Agency: Management Services

Working Title: MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR I - 72004250

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 72004250


Salary: $53,549.86


Posting Closing Date: 10/02/2026


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Maintenance Supervisor I
Division of Real Estate Development and Management
State of Florida Department of Management Services
This is an on-site position located in Tampa, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is a highly responsible position, assisting and supervising a variety of maintenance and repair functions in the Grizzle-Trammell Group and serves as the assistant to the Facility Manager. The incumbent occupying this position must have an understanding of all building maintenance and operation, such as plumbing, electrical, wall repair, locks and other door hardware repair, furniture repair, and janitorial work. This position will be supervising Maintenance Mechanics, Maintenance Support Technicians and Laborers.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:

Supervising a staff of skilled tradesmen and supporting technicians as they perform their daily responsibilities. Responsible for employee safety/health practices for all required tasks. Coordinate proper training and instruction to identify hazardous conditions and analyze the circumstances to prevent injury to themselves and others. Maintains interaction between workers and supervisors on safety/health issues on job related matters. Effectively uses Total Quality Management methods and techniques in managing operations and training staff. Communicates on a regular basis with employees, both individually and in staff meetings. Assigns and inspects the work of journeyman, tradesmen and maintenance repairmen of the Department of Management Services or vendors in the maintenance and repair of buildings.


ADMINISTRATIVE/TRAINING DUTIES:

Assists with interviews, recommendations for hiring incoming personnel and processes requiring paperwork for the candidate selection analysis, to be submitted for approval. Evaluates employees through established criteria and responsibilities. Evaluates employees on work performance and documents personnel issues/concerns, handling them in a timely manner. Meets regularly with employees to ensure the pre-established criteria are met. Performs other personnel related duties. Maintains necessary work records, inspection reports, etc., and prepares reports as requested. Requisitions or purchases necessary tools, equipment and materials essential to the proper repairs of buildings and work projects. Conducts MSDS Safety Training sessions and maintains records of such. Maintains MSDS materials on site and reviews with personnel on a regular basis. Keeps abreast of new products and techniques in the maintenance field and transfers these techniques, where applicable, into actual operation within the building.


PROCUREMENT CARD/PURCHASING DUTIES:

Responsible for procuring labor & materials using State VISA Purchasing Card. Responsible for insuring proper quotes for project services and materials. Must follow appropriate state and internal guidelines. Responsible for proper approval and funding prior to purchasing and making card purchases.

TECHNICAL DUTIES:

Supervises, directs and performs preventative maintenance and recurring maintenance, inspects, studies and analyzes unsatisfactory characteristics of the facility and their systems. Determines and evaluates possible approaches in terms of attainment of objectives and makes recommendations for changes needed to overcome deficiencies. Responsible for supervising and maintaining the mechanical operations under direct supervision of the Facility Manager. Maintains daily operations of computerized HVAC systems, security system and operates emergency generator and UPS system. Supervises interior and exterior painting, carpentry, masonry, electrical and plumbing repairs completed by DMS personnel or contracted vendors.

PUBLIC RELATIONS DUTIES:

Maintains contact with tenants housed in the buildings so that open lines of communication are maintained at all times for their convenience and for a more efficient operation of the building. Maintains good working relationships with subordinates and supervision. Any problems should be addressed with the Facility Manager. Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to work alone when assigned
Ability to model behaviors of Accountability, Communication, Empowerment, Flexibility, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork

Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite):

Valid driver's license.

Minimum Qualifications:

Prior experience and knowledge of irrigation systems.
A valid driver's license.
Ability to spend prolonged periods of time walking, standing, bending, climbing and exerting up to 30 pounds of force frequently.

Our Organization and Mission:

Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis, Secretary Tom Berger and DMS' Executive Leadership Team, the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency with a broad portfolio that includes the efficient use and management of real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, fleet, and federal property assistance programs used throughout Florida's state government. It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its motto, "We serve those who serve Florida."

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

State of Florida employees enjoy top tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions. State employees also enjoy the option of selecting between two retirement options, including the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan. As an additional benefit, state employment affords you the opportunity to take part in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems. For a more complete list of benefits, please click

Special Notes:
DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our agency recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses provided:

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An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. For purposes of requesting reasonable accommodations, as mentioned above, the agency hiring authority is the DMS Human Resources office, which the candidate can reach at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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.

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