MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

The Florida Department of Military Affairs is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic. This position is located in Starke, FL. The mission of the Florida Department of Military Affairs is to provide management oversight of the Florida National Guard and provide units and personnel ready to support national security objectives; to protect the public safety of citizens and to contribute to the national, state and community programs that add value to the United States of America and to the State of Florida.

Our benefits include health insurance, life insurance, dental, vision and supplemental insurance, retirement benefits, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, opportunities for career advancement, tuition waiver for public college courses, and training opportunities.

As a candidate, you may be required to provide documentation to verify meeting these minimum qualifications. To be considered for this position, application must be fully completed, your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process and clearly stated within the employment history.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent; and two years of basic professional experience involving electrical, plumbing, heating, air-conditioning systems, or structural and architectural systems.

Physical requirements include the ability to bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, grasp, push, and pull. Must be capable of climbing a ladder and using a hi-lift to 40 feet. Must have manual dexterity with hands and fingers. Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs. or more.

Duties and responsibilities include performing preventative maintenance on sewer lift stations, drinking water wells, chlorine booster stations, and waste water treatment plant mechanical equipment. Make recommendation for specialized repairs as identified. Ensures fire hydrants are flushed on a monthly basis and maintained in proper working order. Ensures manholes are visibly marked and covers are kept to prevent outside water infiltration. Assists master electrician as needed in maintenance and repair of non-energized high line distribution system. Check non-federal emergency backup generators for proper operation and re-fuels when tanks reach 50% capacity. Operates back-hoe as required. Compiles with Hazardous Waste Management Rules and Regulations in the workplace during performance of daily duties. Perform other work as required to assist within public works section.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include knowledge of the principles and techniques of the skilled building trades or mechanical repair work. Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work. Skill in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work. Ability to perform a variety of skilled trades functions. Ability to read blueprints. Ability to install, maintain and repair electric motors, generators and other mechanical equipment. Ability to take accurate measurements. Ability to follow instructions. Ability to operate backhoe; knowledge of operation of drinking water wells and sewer lift stations.