Maintenance Generalist II

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida in Gainesville is seeking a facilities maintenance worker to perform general and preventative maintenance across residence hall facilities. You will input work orders, diagnose issues across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and roofing, and repair or install components as needed.

Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance on HVAC, electrical systems, and roofing, repairing doors and hardware, and assisting with flooring and tile work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Input and process work order requests using a web-based system.
• Inspect, operate, or test machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
• Maintain and repair machines and tools; access, remove, and repair parts.
• Perform routine maintenance: inspect drives, motors, belts, fluids, filters.
• Install equipment to improve energy/operational efficiency.
• Reference diagrams and schematics for maintenance tasks.
• Operate cutting torches, soldering, and brazing equipment.
• Complete door, frame, lock repairs or installations.
• Perform general construction tasks (tile, doors, drywall, ceilings, flooring).
• Assist in maintaining inventory of materials, supplies, and tools.
• Perform general cleaning after maintenance tasks.
• Operate state vehicles.
• Health assessment required.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Computers proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Work order management systems

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Description:

Perform general maintenance or preventative maintenance for residence hall facilities

• Input and process work order requests utilizing web-based work order management system.
• Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Maintain and repair machines, equipment, or devices to access, remove, and repair defective parts using hoists, hand tools, or power tools.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters
• Install equipment to improve the energy or operational efficiency of commercial buildings.
• Reference diagrams, drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, and schematic diagrams.
• Operate cutting torches, soldering, and brazing equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Complete door, frame, and lock repair, replacement, and/or installations.
• Perform general construction tasks such as: remove/install floor and wall tile, repair grout; remove, replace, and/or repair doors and hardware; remove, replace, and/or repair cabinetry; remove, replace, and/or repair windows, window screens, glass, and window blinds; remove, replace, and/or repair gypsum based wall board and finishes; remove, replace, and/or repair ceiling tile and grid; removal and installation of floor covering and finishes: stretch in carpet, glue down carpet, LVT (luxury vinyl tile), VCT (vinyl composite tile, and hard tile (ceramic and porcelain); Demolition of walls, ceilings, gypsum materials, floor finishes, etc. as directed

Responsible for completion of basic tasks within multiple skilled trades (Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, HVAC/Mechanical, or Roofing)

• Responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems, fixtures, and accessories
• Minor troubleshooting and repair of wiring, electrical or electronic components
• Minor troubleshooting of television and data signal
• Prepare and paint and/or repair parts of building structures, interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, furniture, and equipment
• Fabricate or repair counters, benches, partitions, or other wooden structures, such as sheds or outbuildings.
• Perform routine and general maintenance on electrical heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment.
• Repair and maintain roof/roof-related coverings with flashing and sealant materials

Assist in maintaining inventory of materials, supplies, tools and/or equipment throughout area of responsibility; ensure organized workstations and storage closets with necessary materials as directed

• Perform general cleaning duties after the completion of maintenance tasks within buildings or properties.

Perform other duties as assigned, including special tasks or projects

• Operates state vehicles

$20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Valid driver's license.

Preferred:

EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

• Four (4) years of experience and general working knowledge of multiple skilled trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, construction, HVAC/Mechanical, roofing, or general maintenance
• Working knowledge of acoustical ceiling installation and repair
• Experience with flooring installation of; glue down carpet, stretch in carpet, LVT (luxury vinyl tile), VCT (vinyl composite tile), as well as ceramic and porcelain tile.

SKILLS

• Demonstrated proficiency with computers and basic software applications (e.g. work order management systems, Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to communicate with various levels of staff
• Demonstrated attention to detail, professionalism, dependability, and timeliness
• Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills

ABILITIES

• Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of residents, tenants, and/or guests.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a multifaceted environment

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Advertised: 29 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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