Maintenance Generalist III

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida on Main Campus in Gainesville is seeking a Maintenance Generalist III to supervise and perform advanced maintenance of parking facilities and campus signage. The role leads a team of Generalist I & II, coordinates daily work, and ensures projects meet departmental standards.

Strong technical guidance and safety-focused execution are essential. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma (or equivalent) with four years of relevant experience, with preferred

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; four years of relevant experience; vocational/technical training may substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises general maintenance of parking facilities as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Performs advanced maintenance, sign production, and team lead duties under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Coordinates and assigns daily work activities and provides team lead supervision to Maintenance Generalist I and II.
• Works with the maintenance team to provide instruction, technical guidance, motivation, and support to complete projects to standards.
• Supervises Maintenance Generalist I and II in the field during projects and reports progress to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Designs, produces, installs, and maintains campus-wide signage using graphic design software and sign production equipment.
• Operates and maintains sign production machinery and related equipment; creates and modifies digital graphics and signage layouts.
• Operates a variety of maintenance equipment and ensures safety and proper maintenance per procedures.
• Updates work orders in the AIMS system; prepares schedules, leave docs, and other reports; approves time as directed.
• Inspects equipment and reports malfunctions or safety hazards; secures work areas and notifies authorities as needed.
• Documents campus maintenance deficiencies and assists with follow-up actions.
• Requires valid Florida Class E driver’s license; background check and health assessment.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job no: 541949
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veteran's Preference Eligible, Transportation Services
Department: 68040000 - BS-TRANSPORTATION - PARKING

Classification Title

Maintenance Generalist III

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

Job Description

Supervises general maintenance of parking facilities as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor. Performs advanced maintenance, sign production, and team lead duties under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor. Coordinates and assigns daily work activities as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor and provides team lead field supervision to Maintenance Generalist I and Maintenance Generalist II employees. Works alongside the maintenance team to provide instruction, technical guidance, motivation, and support to ensure assigned maintenance projects and scheduled work are completed efficiently and in accordance with departmental standards. Supervises Maintenance Generalist I and II employees in the field during assigned projects and reports progress and performance concerns to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Designs, produces, installs, and maintains campus-wide signage utilizing commercial graphic design software and specialized sign production equipment. Operates, maintains, and performs routine troubleshooting of sign production machinery, including commercial-grade graphic design printers, plotters, roller/laminating machines, and other sign fabrication equipment. Creates and modifies digital graphics and signage layouts using specialized graphic design software.

Operates and maintains a variety of maintenance equipment and machinery, including aerial lifts, skid steers, light towers, paint striping machines, generators, power tools, and other equipment necessary to complete maintenance and signage projects. Ensure equipment is operated safely and maintained in proper working conditions while adhering to established safety procedures and departmental standards.

Works with assigned team as directed by Maintenance Supervisor for all enhanced work scheduled Works under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor to coordinate, motivate, and work alongside assigned maintenance staff to ensure scheduled enhanced maintenance projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with departmental standards. Provides team lead field supervision, technical guidance, and on-the-job training to Maintenance Generalist I and II employees while performing assigned work. Designs, fabricates, installs, and maintains campus-wide signage using specialized graphic design software and commercial sign production equipment. Performs alongside maintenance team: painting, pressure washing, installation and maintenance of barricades and bollards, and other enhanced maintenance duties as needed. Operates, maintains, and leads all activities with specialized sign production equipment. Also operates and maintains a variety of maintenance equipment and machinery. Coordinates the closure of parking lots or designated parking spaces as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor to support maintenance operations and special projects.

Enters and updates work orders in the AIMS work order system as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor and serves as backup for work order entry in the absence of the Maintenance Supervisor. Prepares and submits schedules, leave documentation, and other reports as requested. Performs employee time approvals as delegated by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Inspects, operates, and performs routine maintenance on maintenance equipment, machinery, and sign production equipment. Reports equipment malfunctions, repair needs, and maintenance concerns to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Identifies and reports safety hazards, equipment failures, acts of vandalism, suspicious persons or activities, and other conditions requiring attention to the Maintenance Supervisor. Secures work areas and follows established procedures for reporting emergencies and notifying the appropriate authorities when necessary.

Identifies, documents, and reports campus maintenance deficiencies and other facility-related issues to the Maintenance Supervisor and assists with follow-up actions as directed.

Valid Florida Class E driver’s license is required.

Criminal Background Check and Post-Offer health assessment is required.

Normal Work Schedule

7:00AM - 3:30PM Monday – Friday, or optional alternate schedule as approved by supervisor.

Overtime as needed to meet TAPS game day events and or emergency situations.

This position is considered ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL for purposes of staffing and emergency situations.

Work outside of standard hours may be required to meet special situations or deadlines.

Flexibility to adjust work schedule is required to include after hours and weekends as needed to meet department needs

$24.00 Hourly

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred

• Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in a recognized trade and appropriate experience to total five (5) years
• Knowledge of basic computer skills (e-mail, Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of techniques used in landscape maintenance
• Knowledge of techniques used in building maintenance

Health Assessment Required

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Open to current UF Employees only.

Advertised: 06 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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