Facilities & Maintenance Specialist – Outdoor Center

State of Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health premiums

Job summary

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking an OPS Facilities Services Specialist – 77900674 to manage the Joe Budd Youth Conservation Center in Midway. This full-time OPS position supports the Conservation Engagement and Education program by maintaining facilities, grounds, and equipment and coordinating repairs and contractors.

The role requires hands-on maintenance, the ability to work independently, and flexibility for occasional after-hours work.

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional experience in facilities maintenance, including grounds keeping and janitorial work.
• A degree or in the apprentice program from a vocational or trade school may substitute for one year of professional experience.
• Preferred experience in construction, pipe fitting, HVAC maintenance, insulating, welding, machining.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain facilities, property, and equipment for proactive maintenance needs.
• Perform repairs within your scope of experience or certification (plumbing, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, woodworking).
• Coordinate and supervise contractors and conduct facility health and safety inspections.
• Transport recreational equipment for educational programs and complete annual property inventory.
• Purchase items using a state-issued purchasing card and assist education team with equipment maintenance.
• Occasional cleaning of facilities, restrooms, and exterior areas; regular grounds maintenance.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Grounds keeping

Janitorial work

Construction

HVAC maintenance

Electrical repair

Education

Vocational/Trade school degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking an OPS Facilities Services Specialist – 77900674 to manage the Joe Budd Youth Conservation Center in Midway. This full-time OPS position supports the Conservation Engagement and Education program by maintaining facilities, grounds, and equipment and coordinating repairs and contractors.

The role requires hands-on maintenance, the ability to work independently, and flexibility for occasional after-hours work.