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Tradesworker, Senior Facilities Maintenance and Safety

Salary

$22.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Location

Fort Myers, FL

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

07791QC

Department

Facilities Construction and Management

Opening Date

01/08/2026

Closing Date

1/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

Lee County Facilities is looking for a responsible and reliable Life Safety Technician. In this role, you will help keep our buildings safe by maintaining fire systems, life safety equipment, and emergency plans. You’ll also assist with cleanup, construction, and disaster response projects when needed. This job is hands-on, safety-focused, and a great opportunity to learn about life safety systems and emergency procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

+ Escort fire system vendors for inspections, maintenance, and repairs.

+ Perform preventive maintenance on fire alarms, sprinklers, pumps, and other safety equipment.

+ Test and exercise life safety systems monthly following NFPA guidelines.

+ Conduct building safety checks and correct unsafe conditions (clear exits, working emergency lights, functional doors, proper labeling, installed Knox boxes, etc.).

+ Respond to emergencies as directed.

+ Help update or implement Emergency Action Plans.

+ Keep management informed about new products, technologies, and training related to life safety and environmental health.

+ Safely use personal protective equipment (PPE) when working in mold remediation, chemical, or biological cleanup situations.

+ Assist with or lead life safety training sessions.

+ Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, Licensing

What We’re Looking For:

+ High school diploma or GED.

+ 2 years of trade work or closely related experience, such as:

+ Building maintenance or repair

+ Electrical or mechanical systems maintenance

+ Fire alarm, sprinkler, or other life safety system work

+ Environmental health or safety-related work

+ Construction, demolition, or disaster cleanup support

+ Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

+ Ability to work independently, follow safety rules, and use mechanical and electrical equipment.

+ Strong communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Certifications in Indoor Environmental Quality or disaster response.

+ Knowledge of HVAC systems.

+ Experience handling hazardous materials.

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule: Tuesday – Friday, 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Why Join Us?

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You’ll play an important role in keeping our buildings and people safe. You’ll also gain valuable experience with life safety systems, emergency response, and environmental health projects.

About the Department

The Lee County Facilities Management Division works every day to keep our buildings safe, functional, and well-maintained for residents and staff. From life safety systems to maintenance and disaster response, our team ensures that all county facilities meet the highest standards for safety and performance.

About Lee County:

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 700,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government (https://www.leegov.com/) .

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.

Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.

Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.

Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.

For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Health Benefits:

• Medical Insurance

• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.

• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Medical Reimbursement Account

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy

• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)

• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)

• Optional Life Insurance

• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)

• Short-Term Disability

• Sick Leave Pool

• Flu vaccinations

• Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)

• Two Retirement Plan Options:

1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)

2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)

• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans

• Financial Savings/Management Programs

• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union

• Employee Leave Benefits

• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually

• Paid Sick Leave

• Paid Vacation Leave

• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave

• Family and Medical Leave

• Military Family & Medical Leave

• Educational Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.

United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.

Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.

01

Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Which of the following closely related experiences do you have? (Check all that apply) (Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

+ Building maintenance or repair

+ Electrical or mechanical systems maintenance

+ Fire alarm, sprinkler, or other life safety system work

+ Environmental health or safety-related work

+ Construction, demolition, or disaster cleanup support

+ HVAC systems maintenance

+ Handling hazardous materials

03

Which certifications do you currently hold? (Check all that apply) (Please include this experience in the Certification section of your application)

+ Certification in Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)

+ Disaster response or emergency management certification

+ OSHA or workplace safety certification

+ None of the above

Required Question

Employer

Lee County Government

Address

Phone

(239) 533-2245

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty

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