Facilities Maintenance Technician

Facilities Maintenance TechnicianThe Facilities Maintenance Technician will perform general maintenance and repair duties on all facets of Canaveral Port Authority owned and operated facilities. The position will report directly to the Facilities Manager.Essential Functions:Responds to customer requests and provides resolution in a timely and professional mannerPerforms carpentry duties to include wooden railing and step repair and installation, drywall and stud installation, drywall finishing, and door and frame installationsPerforms and neatly prepares, primes, and repaints interior and exterior propertiesPerforms masonry duties to include repair of cracked and Spalding concrete, forming and pouring of new concrete pads, and the ability to repair potholes in asphalt parking lots and roadwaysRemoves, replaces and installs rolled and tiled carpetingRemoves, replaces, and installs ceramic and porcelain wall and floor tilesRemoves, replaces, and installs chain-link, vinyl, and wooden fencingDiagnoses and repairs mechanical and electronic door locking mechanismsDiagnoses and repairs minor roof leaksAbility to change faulty light bulbs and perform light electrical work such as outlet and switch replacementAbility to change faulty restroom fixture equipment and perform light plumbing work such as paper product dispenser installation and repair, soap dispenser installation and repair, flush valve installation and repair, faucet installation and repairCompletes work orders and forms to ensure all documents regarding repairs/maintenance are completeApplies methods, practices, and procedures in preventative maintenance, inspection, repair, renovation, and minor construction of buildings and utilitiesMaintains neat and tidy work areasPerforms other maintenance duties as assignedDuring emergency conditions, all Canaveral Port Authority employees are automatically considered essential employees and may be subject to recall. These events may include, but are not limited to, natural, man-made, or public health emergencies. Employees may be expected to perform emergency and/or recovery operations outside of their normal assigned responsibilities and routine working hours.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or GED equivalentMinimum of 4 years hands-on experience in a commercial facilities maintenance or construction environmentMust have a superior record of attendanceMust be a team player able to perform in a fast-paced environment, be flexible and a self-starterMust be able to effectively communicateMust possess basic computer skills, able to perform basic computer tasksMust have the ability to perform light HVAC/R work such as filter and belt replacementMust possess working knowledge of all aspects of general facilities maintenance and repair (Painting, carpeting, tiling, carpentry, fencing, masonry, drywall, locksmith, roofing, light electrical, light plumbing)Must be able to operate state vehicles and/or construction equipment in all weather conditionsMust be able to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and schematics as they relate to buildings and utilities services systemsLicenses / Certification Required:Possess a valid Florida Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within 30 daysAble to secure a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)Physical Requirement:Must be able to pass a pre-employment physicalMust be able to perform tasks involving the intermittent performance of physically demanding work typically involving some combination of reaching, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching and that may involve lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials between 20-50 poundsThis is a safety sensitive positionRequires sufficient ambulatory ability to inspect premises, including some ability to bend, stoop, and walk in confined areas. Physical agility required for climbing ladders, stairways and narrow walkways.Tasks are performed in indoor and outdoor environments. Due to the nature and location of the work environment, tasks include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements, e.g., heat, humidity, inclement weatherSome tasks include working in and around moving vehicles and associated vehicle/equipment areas, where heightened awareness to surroundings and observance of established safety precautions is essential in avoidance of injury or accidentsHigh noise environmentMaritime environment, must be comfortable working near docks, piers and waterwaysMust be able to work weekends and holidaysMust be able to safely operate equipment such as boom trucks, genie boom, scissor lifts and forklifts.Environmental Requirements:Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying temperatures and weather conditionsThe Canaveral Port Authority is an EO employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled