Facilities Technician

Florida State Fairgrounds; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State Fair Authority is seeking a Facilities Technician to maintain and repair fairground facilities through a variety of general tasks. You will work with the Facilities Supervisor on daily projects, support emergency services, and keep a clean, organized work environment.

The role focuses on HVAC, general maintenance, and building upgrades, with a hands-on approach and willingness to roll up your sleeves. Full-time benefits apply, including insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years HVAC and facilities maintenance experience.
• HVAC Certification, Plumbing or Electrician licenses are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of general maintenance and repairs to keep facilities well-maintained.
• Collaborate with Facilities Supervisor to plan and complete daily tasks and projects.
• Install and repair building components (doors, cabinets, paneling, flooring, bulletin boards).
• Move heavy objects, operate high-reach equipment, and use specialty tools.
• Maintain organized workshop; report maintenance issues.
• Prepare surfaces for plaster/cement work and seal cracks as needed.
• Support emergency maintenance services as required.
• Participate in rotating weekend schedule.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

General maintenance

Equipment operation

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

HVAC Certification (preferred)

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Join Our Facilities Team

Are you a hands-on problem solver with experience in HVAC and a talent for keeping buildings, equipment, and facilities in great condition? The Florida State Fair Authority is looking for a Facilities Technician to join our team and help maintain one of Tampa Bay’s most unique and dynamic properties.

We’re looking for someone with a strong background in HVAC, along with a broad range of general maintenance and repair skills. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves. From building installations and general repairs to surface preparation, equipment operation, and emergency maintenance needs, no two days are exactly alike.

Working closely with the Facilities Manager and other maintenance trades, you’ll play an important role in keeping our facilities safe, comfortable, functional, clean, and ready for everything from everyday operations to major events.

If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and taking pride in a job well done, we’d love to have you on our team!

Summary

The Facilities Technician is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the fairground facilities through a variety of general repairs, installations, and maintenance tasks. This role collaborates with the Facilities Supervisor to efficiently complete daily projects, supports emergency and on-call services, and ensures a clean and organized work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of general maintenance and repairs to ensure fairground facilities are well-maintained, protecting infrastructure and reducing operational costs.


• Collaborate with the Facilities Supervisor to plan and efficiently complete daily tasks and projects, coordinating with other maintenance trades as needed.


• Install and repair building components such as doors, cabinets, paneling, flooring, and bulletin boards, as well as manage tasks like demolition, roof repairs, and sprinkler head counts.


• Assist with moving heavy objects, operate high-reach equipment, and use specialized tools and equipment, including airless sprayers, striping machines, and sanders, for various projects.


• Maintain an organized and clean workshop environment, ensure proper care of tools and equipment, and report any maintenance issues.


• Enhance property quality by preparing surfaces for plaster or cement work, taping sheetrock joints, caulking, waterproofing walls, and sealing floor cracks.


• Provide support for emergency maintenance services as required.


• Participate in a rotating weekend schedule.


• Perform additional maintenance duties and support other tasks as assigned.

FSFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace

Benefits

As a full-time employee of the Florida State Fair Authority, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive and rewarding benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy


• Employer-paid life and disability insurance for added peace of mind


• A 457(b) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for the future


• Generous paid time off and holidays, so you can recharge and enjoy life outside of work

Join a team that values your well-being both on and off the job!

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or equivalent required. Minimum of three to five years of experience with HVAC, general facilities and maintenance work. The following are a plus: HVAC Certification, Plumbing and Electrician Licenses.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to identify problems and implement solutions with the understanding of working efficiently to complete tasks


• Good communication skills both verbally and written


• Intermediate Math skills (calculate figures/discounts, proportions, area, etc.)


• Ability to work independently in the absence of a supervisor

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Duties are mostly performed outside of an office environment. Must have ability to stand, sit, hear, taste/smell, use hands, walk, talk, have depth perception and reach with hands and arms. Also need to have the ability to stoop, kneel, crawl and crouch, and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. There is occasional exposure to environmental demands including wet/humid weather, working in high, precarious places, being exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme temperatures (non-weather), and risk of electrical shock. There is also work near mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and exposure to outdoor weather conditions.