Facility Maintenance Specialst

Seminole State College of Florida; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Gym membership

FRS retirement

Tuition assistance

Free parking

Job summary

Seminole State College of Florida is seeking a Facility Maintenance Specialist to support campus operations. The role involves maintenance, inspection, and repair across buildings, equipment, and grounds to ensure safe, cost-effective facilities management.

The position requires high school graduation, relevant maintenance experience, and a valid Florida driver’s license. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, safety inspections, and collaboration with contractors as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Two years of experience as a general maintenance technician in an educational setting or similar environment.
• Valid Florida driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuity of operations in the absence of department management.
• Assist in routine, periodic, and preventative maintenance of equipment including inspections, servicing, cleaning, and minor repairs.
• Inspect, test, and repair ADA door openers and access control; maintain monthly inspection logs.
• Inspect fire extinguishers and maintain monthly inspection logs.
• Perform electrical work such as changing light bulbs, ballasts, LED conversions, and switches.

Skills

Sound decisions

Independent work

Organizational skills

Safety practices

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Building Automation software

Chillers

Motors & pumps

Welding & cutting

Job description

Responsibilities

The Facility Maintenance Specialist at assigned campuses tomaintain continuity of facility operations in absence of departmentmanagement. Performs technical and skilled tasks related to themaintenance and repair of buildings equipment and grounds. Assistsin variety of trades to install, repair, maintain, rebuild,inspect, and otherwise care for buildings, equipment, and groundsto assure safe and cost-effective facility operations.

Essential Functions

• 1. Maintains continuity of operations in absence of departmentmanagement.
• 2. Assists in the routine, periodic, and preventative maintenanceto equipment including inspections, servicing, cleaning, andperforms minor repairs.
• 3. Inspects, tests, and repairs ADA door openers and accesscontrol; Maintains monthly inspection logs.
• 4. Inspects fire extinguishers and maintains monthly inspectionlogs.
• 5. Performs elevator fire operation testing and maintain monthlyinspection logs.
• 6. Performs emergency generator and fire pump operational testingand maintains inspection logs.
• 7. Performs electrical work changing light bulbs, ballasts, LEDconversions, light switches, etc.
• 8. Interior and exterior preparation and painting.
• 9. Performs plumbing repairs to piping, valves, and drainsystems.
• 10. Maintains and repairs furniture, shelving doors, andlocks.
• 11. Assists other departments with event setup.
• 12. Assists vendor contractor activities, such as landscapers andpest control.
• 13. Reviews, prioritizes, tracks work orders; communicates andschedules for work order fulfillment.
• 14. Performs other duties as may be required or assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 1. Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of anacceptable equivalency diploma.
• 2. Two years of experience as a general maintenance technician ineducational setting or similar environments.
• 3. Valid Florida driver’s license or ability to obtain one within30 days of hire, with acceptable driving record.

Desired Qualifications

• 1. Five years of experience as a general maintenance technicianworking in an institutional maintenance environment.
• 2. Experience with Building Automation software.
• 3. Familiarity with chiller operation.
• 4. Familiarity with motors, pumps, and variable frequency drivesystems.
• 5. Experience with metal working processes such as welding andcutting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 1. Ability to make sound, reasoned decisions.
• 2. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• 3. Ability to organize and plan daily activities.
• 4. Organizational and job planning skills with the ability to meetschedules and deadlines.
• 5. Understand practices, processes, and materials used in building,maintenance, and construction.
• 6. Ability to multitask in different trades.
• 7. Knowledge of safety practices common to building, maintenance,and construction.
• 8. Knowledge in safety requirements for handling toxic or hazardousmaterials.
• 9. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with theability to understand and follow oral and written Englishinstructions.
• 10. Knowledge of special equipment operation, such as forklifts,hydraulic lifts, and front-end loaders.
• 11. Knowledge in and the safe use and operation of hand and powerequipment such as: pneumatic tools, saws, drills, sanders, andlandscaping tools.
• 12. Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor.
• 13. Committed to working in a multicultural environment.
• 14. Ability to learn general and specialized computer softwareapplications, including Microsoft Office (Outlook).

Physical Ability Assessment

Per College Policy 1.020 and 2.020, and College Procedure 2.0350:

• 1. Final hire/appointment of a candidate offered employment in this position is contingent upon the candidate's successful completion of a job-related physical ability assessment.
• 2. Current employees may be referred for a job-related physical ability assessment or reassessment upon their supervisor’s recommendation and subsequent approval by the Office of HumanResources, or upon the recommendation of the Office of HumanResources.

Work Environment and Special Considerations

• 1. Works both indoors and outdoors.
• 2. Must be able to work in confined spaces, remain standing and/orwalking for long periods, and safely use/climb step and extensionladders.
• 3. Handles hazardous materials.
• 4. Works flexible hours and days.
• 5. Properly use/wear protective gear/equipment, such as glasses,gloves, hearing protection, as required.
• 6. Acceptable hearing and eyesight with or withoutcorrection/aid.
• 7. Ability to move, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds,unassisted.
• 8. May be exposed to hot water, fumes, and gases.
• 9. May be required to travel between campuses.
• 10. Required to drive College vehicles.

This description in no way states or implies that these are theonly duties to be performed by the employee occupying thisposition. The employee will be required to follow any otherjob-related instructions and to perform any other job-relatedduties as requested by their supervisor.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference.

Pay Benefits and Work Schedule

Are you ready to grow your career and make an impact in changingthe lives of our students? Seminole State College of Florida has a great opportunity to join our growing team of diverse faculty andstaff!

We offer competitive pay with a beginning salary of $33,274commensurate with education and experience exceed the requiredqualifications, plus an attractive total rewardspackage including:

• Flexible work options with a 37.5 hour work week and generouspaid time off (holidays, annual and sick leave, and CollegeBreaks)
• A variety of paid health and life insurance coverages
• Wellness incentives and free gym membership at the Raider FitnessCenter
• FRS retirement and other options
• Professional Development and Paid Tuition
• Free on campus parking

Conditions of Employment

Finalists and individuals recommended for employment at SeminoleState College must reside in the State of Florida at the time ofhire and may be subject to background investigations andfingerprinting in compliance with Florida Statute 1001.64; andSeminole State College Policy 1.020; 2.020. Criminal backgroundchecks and fingerprinting will be conducted for all new employees,and for rehired employees who have had a break in service for oneyear or more. The Office of Human Resources will determine whichbackground checks shall be conducted for each position, based uponits review of job descriptions and the responsibilities of theposition. These include, but are not limited to, positions thathave access to money, master keys, security-sensitive areas andconfidential information; positions that have the capability tocreate, delete, and alter records; and positions that areresponsible for the care and instruction of children. The Collegewill conduct various types of background checks which may include,but are not limited to: criminal background, credit check, driver'slicense check, previous employment and references.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer andstrictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color,religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender,veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation,genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protectedunder applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, andregulations in its programs, activities, and employment.

Other Information

VETERANS' Preference

Seminole State College of Florida adheres to Florida’s Veteran’s Preference laws by providing preference in hiring to covered jobapplicants. Moreover, in recognition of the valuable contributionsmade by veterans, the College also considers any applicant’smilitary service background when filling job positions not coveredby Veteran’s Preference laws.

To claim Veteran's Preference for eligible positions, a copy ofyour DD-214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from ActiveDuty must be uploaded and attached to the application to claimVeterans' Preference.

Holders of Degrees From Institutions Outside the USA

Individuals who have completed college or university course work atan institution in a country other than the United States arerequired to obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts anddegrees. Foreign transcripts should be evaluated by one of theorganizations approved by the National Association of CredentialEvaluation Services.

This evaluation must be submitted at the time of application. Were recommend World Education Services at P.O. Box 5087, Bowling GreenStation, New York, NY 10274-5087, telephone [phone] or emailaddress www.wes.org. The interview process may be delayed untilsuch a review has been completed.