Maintenance Worker

Gilchrist County; Trenton (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Florida Blue health insurance plan

Vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays (8 hours each)

County-paid life insurance $25,000

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

Job summary

Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a Maintenance Worker II for full-time, on-site duties in Florida. The role involves hands-on upkeep of county buildings, grounds, and facilities, with responsibilities spanning plumbing, carpentry, electrical tasks, painting, and general repairs.

The ideal candidate will be dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or in a team, following county safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience in building, facility, or grounds upkeep.
• Ability to operate common hand and power tools safely.
• Capable of working independently or as part of a crew.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs on county buildings, grounds, and facilities.
• Handle minor plumbing repairs, leaks, fixtures, and unclogging drains.
• Do light carpentry like doors, trim, shelving, cabinets, and fencing.
• Assist with electrical maintenance such as replacing fixtures, bulbs, switches.
• Paint, patch drywall, caulk, and perform other general building repairs.
• Support preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Move furniture, equipment, and materials as needed.
• Respond to maintenance requests from county departments.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical basic skills

Painting

Grounds maintenance

General repairs

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

GILCHRIST COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

MAINTENANCE WORKER II

Position: Maintenance Worker
Department: County Maintenance
Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
Status: Full-Time

The Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners is accepting applications for a full-time Maintenance Worker. This is a hands-on position responsible for performing general maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of County buildings, grounds, facilities, and other County-owned property.Must be able to meet all eligibility requirements and be approved for inmate supervision

The ideal candidate will be dependable, self-motivated, and experienced in a variety of general maintenance and repair tasks. Applicants should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team and willing to assist wherever needed to keep County facilities safe, clean, and properly maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs to County buildings, facilities, and grounds

• Perform minor plumbing repairs, including replacing faucets, repairing leaks, unclogging drains, and replacing plumbing fixtures

• Perform light carpentry, including repairing doors, trim, shelving, cabinets, fencing, and other structures

• Perform minor electrical-related maintenance, such as replacing light fixtures, bulbs, switches, and outlets when appropriate

• Perform painting, drywall patching, caulking, and other general building repairs

• Assist with preventative maintenance of County facilities and equipment

• Perform basic grounds and exterior facility maintenance as needed

• Inspect buildings and facilities for maintenance or safety concerns and report needed repairs

• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment, and other maintenance equipment

• Assist with moving furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials

• Respond to maintenance requests from County departments

• Maintain County tools, equipment, vehicles, and work areas in a safe and orderly condition

• Assist with inmate work crews when assigned and properly certified

• Follow all County safety policies and procedures

• Perform other related duties and assist other County departments as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Previous experience in building, facility, construction, or general maintenance work

• Hands-on experience in areas such as plumbing, light carpentry, painting, basic electrical maintenance, grounds maintenance, or general repairs

• Ability to safely operate common hand and power tools

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

• Ability to work independently and prioritize assigned tasks

• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, carrying, bending, climbing, and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license

• Must be willing and able to obtain required Florida Department of Corrections certification for inmate supervision, if assigned

Experience in multiple areas of building or facility maintenance is preferred.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, with occasional after-hours, weekend, or on-call work as needed.

Gilchrist County Full-Time Benefits

• Employee-only Florida Blue health insurance plan

• Vacation and sick leave

• 12 paid holidays (8 hours each)

• $25,000 County-paid life insurance

• Florida Retirement System (FRS), as applicable

Equal Employment Opportunity / Drug-Free Workplace

Gilchrist County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. Gilchrist County requires pre-employment drug screening and background screening.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, should notify Human Resources in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the requested accommodation.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' Preference ensures that veterans and other eligible persons are considered at each step of the selection process; however, preference does not guarantee selection.

Eligibility for Veterans' Preference is governed by Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, and applicable provisions of Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Florida residency is not required to claim Veterans' Preference. Applicants claiming Veterans' Preference must submit all required supporting documentation with their application.

E-Verify

Gilchrist County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with information from Form I-9 to confirm authorization to work in the United States. E-Verify is used only after an applicant has accepted an offer of employment and completed Form I-9.

Questions

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Tammy Moore
Human Resources Director
Gilchrist County Board of County Commissioners
[e-mail]