Facilities Specialist

GTE Financial; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

GTE Financial in Downtown Tampa is seeking a Facilities Specialist to manage daily building systems operations and report on performance. This multi‑faceted role requires adaptability to changing business needs and the ability to oversee repairs, inspections, and maintenance of electrical, HVAC, fire suppression, and other systems.

The ideal candidate has strong problem‑solving skills, experience with building automation, and the stamina to lift up to 75 pounds, with a valid Florida driver’s

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some college preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ business development work experience or combination of education and experience.
• Electrical and/or Mechanical certification or licensing preferred.
• FMP certification preferred, or willing to obtain.
• Lift up to 75 pounds.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of building systems including emergency power, electrical distribution, HVAC and chilled water systems.
• Perform inspections and repairs of facilities equipment and oversee maintenance tasks.
• Adjust building automation system settings and monitor alarms/trends.
• Track and report utility consumption and system status.
• Provide support for events and conference room setup.
• Assist Administration and act as ambassador between departments.
• Support budget research and procurement processes.
• Ensure confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.

Skills

Business development

Real estate networking

Facilities operations

Education

High school diploma

Some college

Electrical certification

Mechanical certification

FMP certification

Valid Florida driver's license

Job description

Come join our GTE Financial team! We are looking for an organized, professional, technical individual to join as a Facilities Specialist. Our Facilities Specialist, primary focus, is managing the daily operations of the various building systems along with tracking and reporting on the systems. Facilities Specialist position is a multi‑faceted role requiring the ability to quickly adapt to the needs of the business. They will perform and oversee the operations, inspections and repairs of facilities systems equipment including but not limited to emergency power systems, electrical distribution, TS support equipment, fire detection/suppression, HVAC and chilled water systems. What does GTE look for as a Facilities Specialist?

Technical

• Must be able to demonstrate strong business development and business networking skills specifically within the real estate and title closing industry.
• Serve as first responder for repairs and employee needs.
• Furniture repair and relocation, lighting repairs, misc. painting, floor and ceiling system finish, plumbing and all other building related issues.
• Perform adjustments to the building automation system.
• Track and trend utility consumption as related to the environment within the building.
• Track and report status of points and alarms.
• Set up meeting and conference rooms in advance of scheduled meeting.
• Assist in setting up for special events on campus.

Administration

• Assist and support the Administration team with ability to back up their roles in the credit union when needed.
• Act as an ambassador between the Administration department and the Community Financial Centers along with other various departments.
• Assures timely procurement of goods and services in order to keep the day‑to‑day operations running smoothly.
• Ability to adapt to changing environment and changed priorities as needed.
• Ensures confidentiality of all information and transactions regarding the credit union, its members and its employees are held to the highest level of business ethics.
• Supports "team" environment in the workplace as well as credit union management and the board of directors.
• Assist all areas of the credit union in budget preparation and the research that is necessary to provide solid and reliable numbers for all budgeted and non‑budgeted needs.
• Participate in credit union training and required testing.
• Support and encourage the credit union mission, vision and brand promise.

Operational

• For the purpose of achieving/exceeding organizational goals, it is the responsibility of each employee to strive for the continuous quality improvement of processes and service to internal and external customers/members.
• Maintain effective communication with all Credit Union employees (internal customers) to ensure coordination and exchange of information for accomplishing organizational goals.
• Experience working with all levels of management.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment and works well independently.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Must demonstrate a functional knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act in addition to other Federal laws, including but not limited to U.S. Patriot Act, Office of Foreign Assets & Control, Anti‑Money Laundering, Right to Financial Privacy Act, and the Bank Bribery Act Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish).

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some college preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ business development work experience or combination of education and experience.
• Electrical and/or Mechanical certification or licensing preferred.
• FMP certification preferred, or willing to obtain.
• Lift up to 75 pounds.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License

Position Details

• Location: Downtown Tampa – GTE Headquarters
• Department Hours: Monday– Friday (9:00 am to 6:00 pm) // Saturday (9:00 am to 1:00 pm)
• Full‑time hours required, with additional hours as necessary to accomplish objectives, goals, and projects.

Come and join our award‑winning team!

GTE Financial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note: The above statements describe the general nature and level of the work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of an employee in this job. GTE Reserves the right to revise or change job duties at any time as directed by management. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Our growth is creating opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can.

Continued success depends on it!

Thanks for your interest in working on our team!

GTE is proud to be recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Midsize Companies and a Most Loved Workplace by Newsweek, one of the Best Credit Unions to Work for by American Banker, a top workplace by both the Tampa Bay Business Journal and Tampa Bay Times, and one of the Best Places to Work for Women by Best Companies Group. These honors highlight our award‑winning culture, employee experience, and commitment to members.

Why GTE?

• Total Rewards – Competitive pay, robust insurance, wellness programs, retirement plans, generous time off.
• Career Growth – Tuition assistance, leadership development, certifications, and ongoing learning.
• Work‑Life Balance – Flexible schedules and benefits that support your well‑being.
• Community Impact – We actively invest in local charities and volunteer efforts.
• Purpose-Driven Work – Help deliver financial solutions that truly make a difference.
• Join a team that’s bold, impactful, and nationally recognized.