ENGINEERING SPECIALIST I - 37001264- PENDING RECLASSIFICATION TO FACILITIES SERVICES CONSULTANT

Florida; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and sick leave

Nine paid holidays

State employee health insurance

Pension/retirement options

Job summary

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Engineering Specialist I to support facility, vehicle and vessel maintenance across the Northeast Region, including Ponte Vedra Beach. Responsibilities include coordinating with managers, drafting scopes of work, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have extensive facilities experience, ability to manage multiple tasks, and strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction and facility maintenance terminology, principles and analytical techniques.
• Knowledge of boat and vehicle maintenance; basic marine mechanical principles.
• Knowledge of groundskeeping principles and best practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Ability to operate a computer and hand tools safely.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to develop projects and prioritize facility maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Write scopes of work for preventive maintenance and repairs by contractors.
• Oversee and approve work conducted by contractors.
• Coordinate with design/construction and project managers to monitor progress.
• Respond to facility-related emergencies and manage safety measures.
• Maintain facilities, grounds, vehicles, vessels, and equipment and manage procurement.

Skills

Facility maintenance knowledge

Boat/vehicle maintenance

Groundskeeping knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Physical ability to lift 50 lbs

Job description

Requisition No: 884995
Agency: Environmental Protection
Working Title: ENGINEERING SPECIALIST I - 37001264- PENDING RECLASSIFICATION TO FACILITIES SERVICES CONSULTANT
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 37001264
Salary: 52,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 10/26/2026
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ENGINEERING SPECIALIST I
State of Florida
Department of Environmental Protection
PENDING RECLASSIFICATION TO FACILITIES SERVICES CONSULTANT (11/2026)
This position is located in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

Position Overview And Responsibilities

In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department's Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. The incumbent functioning as a Facilities Services Consultant works with Operations and Management Consultant and local site managers to support facility, vehicle, and vessel repair and maintenance of the DEP's Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection Northeast Region's owned and/or managed assets.
Duties include working with site managers to maintain regional facilities, grounds, vehicles, vessels, motors, machinery, and other equipment; identifying and prioritizing non-routine repair needs and developing scopes of work and cost estimates for those projects and soliciting quotes from vendors; coordinating with the Bureau of Design and Construction and other project managers to monitor progress and provide any on-site support; ensuring that facilities meet fire, ADA, health and safety standards; assisting with facilities-related procurement; coordinating security measures; and responding to facility related emergencies.
Capital Investments Maintenance

• Support or oversee facilities and grounds/infrastructure maintenance, as needed
• Write scopes of work for preventive maintenance and repairs by contractors
• Oversee and approves work conducted by contractors
• Respond to emergency situations, including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, A/CHVAC, pests, etc.
• Work on basic infrastructure projects including signs, kiosks, pathways, parking lot, etc.

Program Planning and Operations

• Coordinate vehicle and vessel maintenance
• Write scopes of work for preventive maintenance and repairs for vessels and vehicles to be done by vendors
• Oversee and approve work on vessels and vehicles conducted by vendors
• Participates in regional meetings and programs and develop reports as required by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, grantors, and managers.

Workplace Safety

• Ensures workplace health and safety including, but not limited to, maintaining, and updating the work site Hurricane/Emergency Action Plan.
• Provides aid in the event of an emergency, including pre-storm preparation, post-storm clean-up and replacement of stored goods to ready field office for operation after a storm; or other services assigned.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of construction and facility maintenance;
• Knowledge of boat and vehicle maintenance; possess basic understanding of marine mechanical maintenance principles, practices, and procedures;
• Knowledge of groundskeeping principles and best practices;
• Skill in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word;
• Skill in operating a personal computer;
• Ability to follow administrative principles and practices;
• Ability to operate and trailer vessels up to 25 feet and kayaks;
• Ability to operate hand tools safely;
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing;
• Ability to develop projects and proposals; to plan and prioritize facility maintenance activities and projects;
• Ability to develop partnerships with private and public sectors; to identify and allocate resources, including funding;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and to independently work, plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
• Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data relating to administrative functions; understand applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; utilize problem solving techniques;
• Ability to work well with others and demonstrate commitment to teamwork;
• Ability to work outside in harsh and uncomfortable conditions; and
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 6 years of verifiable related experience in facilities, vehicle or vessel maintenance, and supervisory or project management. Post-secondary degrees may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis. A credential evaluation report from an approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.
• Valid Driver's License

Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. You may be contacted to participate in an additional selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, and interviews. Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

Pay

$52,000/ annually

Our Organization And Mission

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's lead 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

Ponte Vedra Beach -GTMNERR protects over 75,000 acres in St. Johns and Flagler counties on the northeast coast of Florida. It is one of the fastest-growing regions in the state. These protected areas provide habitat for a variety of fish and wildlife. This position is based at the GTMNERR Visitor Center at 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32082.

Benefits

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 www.myfrs.com );
• Tuition waivers;
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

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:

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An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other