Fac Maint & Repair Tech I

Brevard County; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 2,739,000 - 3,013,000; Full time

Job summary

Brevard County Public Works Department, Facilities Management, is seeking an entry-level maintenance worker to assist with preventative maintenance and repair across county buildings and facilities. The role covers electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, grounds, and mechanical systems, with a Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

schedule and potential evenings, weekends, and holidays. Requirements include at least one year of commercial building maintenance experience, a valid Florida

Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in commercial building maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Performs entry-level service maintenance work assisting in the preventative maintenance and repair of building electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, grounds, and/or mechanical equipment of assigned County buildings and facilities.

Job description

Department: Public Works Department

Organizational Unit: Facilities Management

Position Type: Permanent

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$19.88 to $21.87 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Viera/Travels Countywide. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Performs entry-level service maintenance work assisting in the preventative maintenance and repair of building electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, grounds, and/or mechanical equipment of assigned County buildings and facilities. Employees may work on their own or assist skilled crafts and trades workers.

REQUIREMENTS

One (1) year of experience in commercial building maintenance and repair. Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment. All candidates selected for an interview must successfully pass a basic practical skills evaluation in order to move to the next step of the selection process. Must be physically capable at all times of properly wearing and utilizing all required personal protective equipment (PPE). Must successfully complete, within nine (9) months of employment, all of the classes for the Brevard County Mandatory Training for the Development of New Employees. Must successfully pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) background check administered by the Brevard County Sheriff's Office (BCSO). Must be able to work planned and unplanned overtime, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

This position is part of an established career ladder.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   • LIFT:40 lbs.
   • CARRY:40 lbs.
   • PUSH:40 lbs.
   • PULL:40 lbs.
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   • STAND:5 - 8 hours
   • WALK:5 - 8 hours
   • SIT:1 - 3 hours
   • DRIVE:1 - 3 hours
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Dig; Jump; Kneel; Reach; Smell; Stoop
5. The employee must have:
   • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Use of both eyes
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • NA

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   • At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With silica, fiberglass, etc.; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A