Maintenance Generalist II

University of Florida; Town of Milton, Quincy (NY, MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Veteran's preference

Job summary

University of Florida UF/IFAS Facilities Planning and Operations seeks a Maintenance Generalist II to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair facilities across Northwest Florida, including WFREC Jay, Timpoochee 4-H Camp, and Milton.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, two years of relevant experience, and a Florida driver's license; apprenticeship in HVAC or electrical is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience.
• Valid Florida driver's license required.
• Must complete Level 2 DCF background screening.
• Preferred: apprenticeship in HVAC or electrical fields; 3+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on offices, laboratories, greenhouses, and other facilities.
• Troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• General building repairs including carpentry, painting, roofing inspections, and door hardware maintenance.
• Maintaining irrigation systems and assisting with exterior building and grounds maintenance.
• Working independently and collaboratively with facility directors, staff, and maintenance personnel to address facility needs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

General maintenance

Carpentry basics

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Level 2 DCF background screening

HVAC or electrical apprenticeship

Job description

Job no: 541963
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Okaloosa
Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veteran's Preference Eligible
Department: 60310000 - AG-FAC PLANNING - OPERATIONS

Classification Title:

Maintenance Generalist II

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.

Job Description:

UF/IFAS Facilities Planning and Operations is seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Generalist II to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs at facilities throughout Northwest Florida.

This position primarily supports WFREC Jay, Timpoochee 4-H Camp, and Milton (PSC – Pensacola State College), with occasional travel to NFREC Quincy and Marianna.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Performing routine and preventive maintenance on offices, laboratories, greenhouses, and other facilities.
• Troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Performing general building repairs, including carpentry, painting, roofing inspections, and door and hardware maintenance.
• Maintaining irrigation systems and assisting with exterior building and grounds maintenance.
• Working independently and collaboratively with facility directors, staff, and maintenance personnel to address facility needs.

The position reports to an assigned IFAS FPO Maintenance Supervisor and requires travel between locations, including occasional overnight travel.

The ideal candidate

is a versatile, self-motivated maintenance professional with strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a variety of maintenance tasks while supporting safe and efficient facility operations.

$21.00 - $25.00 hourly

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience.
• Must maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
• Must complete a Level 2 DCF background screening

Preferred:

• 1) Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in either HVAC or electrical fields and three or more years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the preferred experience.
• 2) Ability to follow instructions.
• 3) Ability to work well with others.
• 4) Knowledge of basic carpentry

This position is eligible for veteran’s preference.

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Advertised: 06 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 22 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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