Maintenance Specialist II

City of Bartow, FL; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bartow, FL is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform a range of construction, maintenance and repair tasks. The role involves operating specialized equipment, inspecting and repairing building systems, and performing routine preventative maintenance under supervision.

You will execute repairs such as painting, drywall patching, doors, and general building fixtures, while identifying issues that require specialized technicians.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent; 0-3 years of related experience.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License required.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• On-the-job training is offered.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance on building systems.
• Operate specialized equipment in connection with tasks under supervision.
• Inspect and identify equipment in need of repair and troubleshoot issues.
• Plan repair work using blueprints or equipment manuals as needed.
• Conduct general repairs such as painting, drywall patching, and fixing doors.
• Maintain facilities and order supplies for repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Follow instructions

General carpentry

Repair skills

Hand and power tools

Organizational skills

Safety protocols knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Summary

Performs intermediate skilled work on a variety of construction, maintenance and repair projects. Operates specialized equipment in connection with task. Does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

• Responsible for performing routine inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance on building systems and equipment to ensure the proper functioning and safety of a facility
• Performs minor repairs like painting, drywall patching, and fixing doors while identifying issues requiring specialized technicians when necessary
• Inspects and identifies equipment or machines in need of repair
• Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs
• Plans repair work using buildings blueprints or equipment manual as needed
• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.
• Performs routine maintenance on building and infrastructure systems
• Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities and amenities
• Orders supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance
• Performs ongoing facility maintenance and completing repairs on equipment
• Duties include fixing machinery, plumbing, heating, and wiring, inspecting building to confirm safety standards and scheduling major repairs with internal customers
• Ability to identify the root cause of a mechanical problem and come up with a solution

Job Summary

Performs intermediate skilled work on a variety of construction, maintenance and repair projects. Operates specialized equipment in connection with task. Does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

• Responsible for performing routine inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance on building systems and equipment to ensure the proper functioning and safety of a facility
• Performs minor repairs like painting, drywall patching, and fixing doors while identifying issues requiring specialized technicians when necessary
• Inspects and identifies equipment or machines in need of repair
• Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs
• Plans repair work using buildings blueprints or equipment manual as needed
• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.
• Performs routine maintenance on building and infrastructure systems
• Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities and amenities
• Orders supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance
• Performs ongoing facility maintenance and completing repairs on equipment
• Duties include fixing machinery, plumbing, heating, and wiring, inspecting building to confirm safety standards and scheduling major repairs with internal customers
• Ability to identify the root cause of a mechanical problem and come up with a solution

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers
• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Be familiar with safety protocols and regulations to avoid hazards and injuries
• A broad knowledge of technical skills can help maintenance works diagnose and fix problems with machinery

Education And Experience

Highschool diploma or equivalent; 0 to 3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, abilities and other competencies necessary for the position.

Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements

• Valid Florida Driver’s License required
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Possess an aptitude and willingness to learn
• On-the-job training is offered

Physical And Mental Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, as established in the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Essential Physical Skills

• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times

Mental Demands

• Required to use written and oral communication skills
• Read and interpret data, information and documents
• Work under deadlines with constant interruptions

Supplemental Information

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performs other related duties as assigned. All City of Bartow employees are considered EOC essential in times of emergency. An e-role will be provided to each employee when an emergency is declared. As a City of Bartow employee, you are a public servant of a local entity and are responsible to adhere to the Florida State Statute governing the Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees Florida State Statute Chapter 112. Additionally, all Bartow employees are subject to Chapter 119 of the Florida State Statutes which governs public records.