Multitrade Maintenance Mechanic

State of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Children and Families is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform skilled trades in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting within NFETC in Gainesville. The role requires independent judgment, proactive work, and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

The position involves on-call rotation, with responsibilities across maintenance tasks, safety, and coordination with the program office to ensure reliable facility operations.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing or electrical or mechanical equipment.
• Vocational/technical training in mechanical repair or one of the building trades can substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of maintenance including electrical, plumbing, carpentry and painting.
• Locate, repair/replace plumbing problems and related fixtures and equipment.
• Install/repair electrical circuits, high and low voltage, and related machinery and bulbs.
• Repair or install heating, refrigeration, and related components.
• Repair, install or build items related to wood, glass, or masonry.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Safety procedures

Blueprint reading

Tool handling

Education

Vocational/technical training in mechanical repair

Job description

Florida Department of Children and Families is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform skilled trades in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting within NFETC in Gainesville. The role requires independent judgment, proactive work, and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

The position involves on-call rotation, with responsibilities across maintenance tasks, safety, and coordination with the program office to ensure reliable facility operations.