Statewide Maintenance Mechanic – Skilled Trades

State of Florida; Fort Myers Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for statewide assignments in various correctional institutions. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing plumbing, electrical, HVAC, drywall, roofing, and related systems to support safe and compliant facilities statewide.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in trades or several years of general maintenance, plus a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in trades (plumbing, carpentry, welding, drywall, roofing, or food service equipment repair) OR four or more years of general maintenance experience.
• A valid Class E Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repair of plumbing, electrical, cabinetry/carpentry, masonry, welding, HVAC, drywall, roofing, and related systems.
• On-the-job training to supervised inmates in trades related to maintenance and repair tasks.
• Tests, maintains logs, and keeps records for equipment as per Department guidelines.
• Plans, organizes, and requisitions necessary parts for maintenance tasks, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
• Prepares reports and maintains custody and control of assigned inmates, participating in departmental training as required.

Skills

Maintenance/general trades

Trade skills: plumbing

Trade skills: carpentry

Trade skills: welding

Trade skills: HVAC

Trade skills: roofing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for statewide assignments in various correctional institutions. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing plumbing, electrical, HVAC, drywall, roofing, and related systems to support safe and compliant facilities statewide.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in trades or several years of general maintenance, plus a valid driver’s license.