Maintenance Worker

Maintenance Worker II

Position: Maintenance Worker

Department: County Maintenance

Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour

Status: Full-Time

Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners is accepting applications for a full-time Maintenance Worker. This is a hands-on position responsible for performing general maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of County buildings, grounds, facilities, and other County-owned property.

The ideal candidate will be dependable, self-motivated, and experienced in a variety of general maintenance and repair tasks. Applicants should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team and willing to assist wherever needed to keep County facilities safe, clean, and properly maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs to County buildings, facilities, and grounds
• Perform minor plumbing repairs, including replacing faucets, repairing leaks, unclogging drains, and replacing plumbing fixtures
• Perform light carpentry, including repairing doors, trim, shelving, cabinets, fencing, and other structures
• Perform minor electrical-related maintenance, such as replacing light fixtures, bulbs, switches, and outlets when appropriate
• Perform painting, drywall patching, caulking, and other general building repairs
• Assist with preventative maintenance of County facilities and equipment
• Perform basic grounds and exterior facility maintenance as needed
• Inspect buildings and facilities for maintenance or safety concerns and report needed repairs
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment, and other maintenance equipment
• Assist with moving furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials
• Respond to maintenance requests from County departments
• Maintain County tools, equipment, vehicles, and work areas in a safe and orderly condition
• Assist with inmate work crews when assigned and properly certified
• Follow all County safety policies and procedures
• Perform other related duties and assist other County departments as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in building, facility, construction, or general maintenance work
• Hands-on experience in areas such as plumbing, light carpentry, painting, basic electrical maintenance, grounds maintenance, or general repairs
• Ability to safely operate common hand and power tools
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work independently and prioritize assigned tasks
• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, carrying, bending, climbing, and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license
• Must be willing and able to obtain required Florida Department of Corrections certification for inmate supervision, if assigned

Experience in multiple areas of building or facility maintenance is preferred.

Work Schedule

Monday Friday, with occasional after-hours, weekend, or on-call work as needed.

Gilchrist County Full-Time Benefits

• Employee-only Florida Blue health insurance plan
• Vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays (8 hours each)
• $25,000 County-paid life insurance
• Florida Retirement System (FRS), as applicable

Application Information

Thank you for your interest in employment with Gilchrist County. Some job postings may be posted for other County Constitutional Offices. Each job posting will list the appropriate contact person for that position.

All applications must be complete with all required documents included or attached. If a question does not apply, please indicate N/A. Applications are accepted only for open positions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Applicants will receive an email once their application has been submitted. Positions are open until filled. A position may be placed on hold once an adequate number of applications has been received. Submitted applications may be considered for multiple vacancies.

Please do not contact the department directly to check the status of your application. Failure to comply may result in the application being rejected. We appreciate your cooperation.

All applications must include a copy/photo of the applicant's driver's license. Please include copies of all required licenses and/or certificates with your application. Omissions, falsifications, or misrepresentations concerning any portion of an application may disqualify an applicant from employment consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Drug-Free Workplace

Gilchrist County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. Gilchrist County requires pre-employment drug screening and background screening.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, should notify Human Resources in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the requested accommodation.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' Preference ensures that veterans and other eligible persons are considered at each step of the selection process; however, preference does not guarantee selection.

Eligibility for Veterans' Preference is governed by Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, and applicable provisions of Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Florida residency is not required to claim Veterans' Preference. Applicants claiming Veterans' Preference must submit all required supporting documentation with their application.

E-Verify

Gilchrist County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with information from Form I-9 to confirm authorization to work in the United States. E-Verify is used only after an applicant has accepted an offer of employment and completed Form I-9.

Questions

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Tammy Moore Human Resources Director Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners View email address on click.appcast.io