MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Maintenance Mechanic - 37000814

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for Sebastian Inlet State Park in Melbourne Beach, FL. This position offers a monthly salary of $2,896.67 and an annual salary of $34,760.00. The position is open until 09/02/2026.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

Sebastian Inlet State Park is looking for a self-motivated park service professional to fill a Maintenance Mechanic position, providing maintenance, protection, and administration. The applicant must be able to work independently and have the ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions using assorted equipment and tools. The applicant must be able to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintenance:

• Identify needs through daily checks.
• Maintain maintenance schedules and work lists.
• Oversee and assist with the maintenance and repair of facilities, buildings, roads, bridges, trails, water systems, vehicles, equipment, etc.
• Ensure repairs are made.
• Maintain park grounds.
• Follow all label instructions on all chemicals, etc.
• Clean and service all tools, vehicles, and equipment.
• Notify a supervisor when a piece of equipment needs repair, service, or is missing.
• Construct, maintain, and repair buildings, fences, trails, service roads, fire lanes, boardwalk, campsites, picnic area, picnic tables, and all other park facilities and/or park equipment.
• Operate equipment and vehicles, such as power tools, chain saws, tractors, dump trucks, mowers, and ATVs.
• Ensure proper operation of vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Ensure proper fluid levels are checked for equipment.

Administration:

• Track park inventories, make supply orders.
• Prepare and maintain Purchasing Card and Field Purchase Orders.
• Complete reports and assignments.
• Maintain tools and equipment inventories.
• Assist in maintaining property and sensitive items inventory.

Visitor Services:

• Greet visitors and give out information.

Resource Management:

• Participate in park's exotic removal program.
• Participates in the park's erosion control program.
• Assist in restoration projects.
• Maintain park fire lanes and fence lines.
• Complete all resource management related reports.

Protection:

• Lock and secure all facilities.
• Secure all tools, vehicles, and equipment.
• Enforce park rules, regulations, and laws.
• Document all incidents on CMI's report incidents to supervisor.
• Provide emergency assistance when necessary.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Ability to deal with people in a positive manner and maintain good public relations.

Skills and ability to complete administrative reports and handle correspondence.

Ability to work well with others.

Ability to enforce rules, regulations, and laws.

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the skilled building trades and mechanical repair work.

Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work.

Ability to read blueprints.

Ability to install, maintain, and repair electric motors, generators, and other mechanical equipment.

Ability to make accurate measurements.

Skill and ability in gardening, landscape, and ground maintenance.

Skill and ability to handle money, make change, and simple mathematical functions.

Ability to use basic office equipment.

Ability to perform physical labor with minimal supervision.

Skill and ability to handle plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and maintenance problems.

Ability to operate and maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment.

Ability to determine work priorities and conduct follow-up inspections.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Driver's license.

Pay: $2,896.67 monthly/ $34,760.00 annually

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's leading agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water, and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida's position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state's economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work:

Sebastian Inlet State Park 9700 South A1A Melbourne Beach, FL 32951 Sebastian Inlet State Park is a barrier island property located in the city of Melbourne Beach. It has been divided by the Sebastian Inlet for the past 100 years which allows the waters of the Indian River Lagoon to mix with the Atlantic Ocean. The park is inhabited by thousands of plant and animal species and surrounding nutrient-rich waters.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits. Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year. State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options. Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click Tuition waivers. Total Compensation Estimator Tool And more! For a complete list of benefits, visit

Special Notes:

DEP 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 recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses: View email address on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io 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. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 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. VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location: MELBOURNE BEACH, FL, US, 32951