• Ops Maintenance Mechanic

    MyFlorida (Milton, FL)


    OPS MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 42903043

    Date: Sep 19, 2025

     

    The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) .

     

    Requisition No: 861291

     

    Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

     

    Working Title: OPS MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - 42903043

     

    Pay Plan: Temp

     

    Position Number: 42903043

     

    Salary: $18.00 Hourly

     

    Posting Closing Date: 10/14/2025

     

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    OPS MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

    FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

    FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE

    ***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY --

    THIS IS A FULL-TIME OTHER PERSONAL SERVICES (OPS) POSITION***

    CONTACT:

    Daniel Hayes (850) 957-5720

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing or electrical or mechanical equipment;or

     

    Vocational/technical training in mechanical repair or one of the building trades can substitute at the rate of 720 classroom hours for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

     

    Requires possession of a valid class E driver license

     

    *ATTENTION CANDIDATES*

    To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:

    + All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).

    + Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.

    + Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.

    The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values

    and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified

     

    individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

    Occasional to moderate travel required.

     

    Position may respond to emergencies, including natural disasters or other type incidents requiring travel, as needed.

    JOB DUTIES:

    Assists the maintenance administrator in carrying out activities of the maintenance and construction of fixed facilities. This position will provide workmanship in general carpentry, plumbing and electrical work under the direction of the maintenance administrator.

     

    Regularly carries out the work assigned to the construction, alteration, repair, and maintenance of fixed improvements to ensure all work is performed in accordance with the direction of the maintenance administrator.

     

    Regularly performs skilled carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work in the construction, alteration, repair, and maintenance of fixed facilities under the direction of the maintenance administrator.

     

    Assists with inspections on fixed facilities to ensure that repairs and other maintenance are performed on a timely basis and in accordance with the direction of the maintenance administrator. This includes 139 fixed facilities (residence, towers, pump houses, dining halls, etc.) and nine major recreational areas.

     

    Assists with preparing materials list, specifications, and cost estimates in planning the construction of fixed facilities.

     

    Keeps operating records and generates reports using Microsoft office applications including Word, Excel, etc.

     

    Assists with maintenance and repair of heating and air conditioning equipment, electrical motors, and other electrical and mechanical equipment. This includes equipment associated with nine public water systems as well as other fixed facilities.

     

    Performs other related work as assigned.

     

    The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

     

    Working for the State of Florida as an OPS employee is more than just a paycheck.

     

    + Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*);

    + Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com (https://www.myfloridacfo.com/DeferredComp/) ;

    + State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). For more information visit Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) (https://opsfl.aigrs.com/plan-details/social-security-alternative-plan) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan (Does not apply to previous FRS Retirees)

    + Flexible Spending Accounts; For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com ;

    + Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

    *Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to People First at 877-562-7287 or go to:

     

    https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility\_and\_enrollment/ops\_employees

    SPECIAL NOTES:

    The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

     

    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 (1-866-663-4735). 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.

    Location:

    MILTON, FL, US, 32570 MILTON, FL, US, 32572 MILTON, FL, US, 32583

    Nearest Major Market:Pensacola