241124.Building Maintenance Technician I or II

tampaairport; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,389,000 - 73,211,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsborough County Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport is seeking a Building Maintenance Technician to perform plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general maintenance across airport facilities. Responsibilities include repairing plumbing systems, drywall, locks, and roofs, plus painting and operating lifts safely.

The role requires flexibility for rotating shifts and emergency call-ins, with a non-exempt status and shift-based compensation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years experience in plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general maintenance or related vocational training.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and adjustments to plumbing systems, water lines, fixtures, and related equipment.
• Repairs and maintains drywall, furniture, locks, and roofs.
• Paints interior and exterior surfaces to maintain visual appeal and protect surfaces.
• Operates lifts and motorized equipment safely for maintenance tasks.
• Maintains clean and safe work sites after task completion.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

General maintenance

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in trades

Tools

Power tools

Lifts / motorized equipment

Job description

Under the general direction of a Building Maintenance Supervisor, the Building Maintenance Technicianplays a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation of facilities through skilled maintenance in areas such as plumbing, carpentry, and painting. This position involves repairing plumbing systems, drywall, locks, and roofs, as well as painting both interior and exterior surfaces to maintain the visual appeal and functionality of the buildings. The Building Maintenance Technician is responsible for safely operating equipment, driving to various work sites, and maintaining cleanliness upon task completion.

This position requires flexibility to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays, to meet the demands of our 24/7 operations.

Requires availability for emergency call-in.

SUPERVISES OTHERS: NO

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

COMPENSATION: $22.82 - $25.55 and up Based on Experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs repairs and adjustments to plumbing systems, including water lines, fixtures, and related equipment to ensure functionality.
• Repairs and maintains drywall, furniture, locks, and roofs to enhance safety and aesthetics within the facilities.
• Paints interior and exterior surfaces of buildings to maintain visual appeal and protect against wear and tear.
• Operates lifts and motorized equipment safely to facilitate various maintenance tasks efficiently.
• Conducts thorough cleaning of work sites upon task completion to maintain a safe and organized environment.
• Assists and supports other trades as needed based on operational requirements.
• Monitors and reports any safety hazards or maintenance needs identified during service calls or inspections.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations while performing tasks to ensure a safe working environment, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and reporting potential hazards.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position.

This list is not intended to be all inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed.The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary.

COMPETENCIES

• Job Knowledge: Has adequate knowledge of the fundamentals of the job.

• Work Quality: Adequate completion of work that is neat and accurate; rarely needs correction.
• Customer Focus: Give high priority to customer satisfaction and customer service; Anticipate member/business needs and act accordingly.
• Dependability: Being trustworthy, punctual, and reliable, consistently fulfilling commitments and responsibilities, and being counted on to deliver quality work on time, demonstrating a consistent and predictable performance level across tasks and situations.

REQUIRED FOR ALL HCAA JOBS

• In the event of an emergency or disaster that impacts the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA), an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department or the HCAA Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Such assignments may be before, during, or after an emergency/disaster.
• Complies with all HCAA Policies, Standard Procedures, Rules and Regulations, and Operating Directives.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS)

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• One (1) – three (3) year experience in multiple trades such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general maintenance or related vocational training.

• Or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledgeof building maintenance principles, techniques, and best practices to ensure efficient operations.
• Knowledgeof plumbing systems, carpentry, painting, and general repair methods necessary for facility upkeep.
• Knowledgeof safety procedures and regulations related to maintenance tasks to ensure a safe working environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others within and outside the Authority.

• Ability to handle restricted, sensitive, and confidential information.

• Ability to provide outstanding customer service, serve the public, and represent the Authority with courtesy and professionalism.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Standing and sitting up to 6 hours per day.

• Frequent sitting.

• Lifting up to 50 Ibs or more.

• Very frequent bending & stooping.

• Frequent pushing, pulling, dragging, reaching overhead, kneeling, crawling & climbing.

• Frequent typing.

• Occasional exposure to extreme weather and excessive noise.

• Frequent use of car/light truck.

• Occasional use of heavy equipment.

• Frequent use of power tools.

The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport provides equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, membership, or non-membership in an employee organization, or based on personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.

The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, veterans, and persons with physical and mental disabilities, and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons in the application, testing and hiring process. The decision to grant reasonable accommodation requests will be made case-by-case.